In a significant stride towards fostering gender equity, our Gender Equity Program has successfully concluded five impactful capacity-building sessions in collaboration with six distinguished women’s organizations:
- Arriva House for Immigrant Women and Children
- CAVWA – Calgary Vietnamese Women’s Association
- Immigrant Learning Moms
- Mon Women’s Organization
- ECSSEN Career School
- Nigerian Muslim Women’s Group
The sessions, designed to empower women, focused on equipping participants with skills to integrate gender-transformative engagement with men within their respective organizations. The collaboration brought together diverse perspectives and experiences from various community organizations. This collaborative effort is a testament to our commitment to creating positive change and building a more inclusive future.
“I have learned that immigrant women have a lot to share on what empowers them and what the obstacles are in bringing their best in life in Canada.” – Sipiwe Mapfumo from Arriva House for Immigrant Women and Children
“Through the training, I was aware of the responsibility of contributing to the planning of a project focused on gender equity and leadership. This experience has not only expanded my knowledge but has also deepened my understanding of diverse cultural perspectives on gender equity and individuals’ unique experiences with it.” – Mi Mon Ramanya from Mon Women’s Organization
“I had a wonderful time and a fantastic opportunity to engage with diverse communities and gain insights into gender equity rights across various cultures. The sessions covered a range of topics, including workshops, leadership, and cultural projects, and the diverse organizations involved in the project.” – Aye Yi from Mon Women’s Organization