September 29 is National Action Day to End Homelessness for Women and Girls Women and girls make up half of Canada’s homeless, says Homes for Women Campaign Toronto, September 29, 2015 – Today is National Action Day to End Homelessness for Women and Girls, say the Homes for Women Campaign and All Our Sisters. With new polling information showing that more than 50% of Canadians support putting a priority on affordable housing for low income and homeless people, these national networks are … [Read more...]
Celebrating Andrea Lewis in Toronto, MAY 22
May 15, 2014 by Team Celebration
Please join us on Thursday, May 22nd for the next Creative Class & Cocktails | The BossHood Edition In this session we will be interviewing Andrea Lewis - Actress, Producer & Singer. We'll unpack "the boss hood mentality" and how to use it to make your dreams a reality. You'll discover what it takes to get to the top of your career and live an amazing life. And of course we will have lots of time for Q & A. Reserve your ticket today and I'll see you there. Andrea’s artistic … [Read more...]
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YWCA ( Toronto ) celebrating Free Film Screening – May 22
April 30, 2013 by Team Celebration
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22 | 7-9pm THE WORLD BEFORE HERE - Free Film Screening YWCA Toronto Elm Centre | 87 Elm Street RSVP by Monday, May 20th For more information contact Vanessa Flores at: [email protected] or 416.961.8101 x 353 … [Read more...]
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Celebrating YWCA Women of Distinction Alumnae Reception – Mar 7, 2013
February 20, 2013 by Team Celebration
ALUMNAE RECEPTION Hosted By Join us to meet the 2013 YWCA WOMEN OF DISTINCTION ________________________________________________________________________ THURSDAY, MARCH 7th, 2013 6 - 8 PM In conversation with Janet McFarland of The Globe and Mail. 2013 recipients will be announced on International Women’s Day March 8th, 2013 SEEDS FOR CHANGE CULTIVATING FOOD FOR THOUGHT ________________________________________________________________________ 2013 YWCA Women of … [Read more...]
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WOMAN of ACTION™ – Dorothy Heights
November 16, 2012 by admin
A Celebration of Women™ ... as we offer this Tribute to the Leader of All WOMEN of ACTION™, Dorothy Height, who passed away in 2010, at the wonderful age of 98. Celebrate this Life with us... and You will just LOVE the Hats! WOMAN of ACTION™ Dorothy Irene Height (March 24, 1912 – April 20, 2010) Dorothy was an African American administrator, educator, and social activist. She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1994, and the … [Read more...]
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It Pays to invest in Women’s Health
February 18, 2012 by Team Celebration
It Pays to Invest in Women’s Health UN Women Executive Director Michelle Bachelet has joined a prestigious reference group for a new research project on the economic benefits of investing in women’s health. The Norwegian-led research will build on existing studies that refer to the positive “ripple effects” for families and communities when women’s health, education and employment are promoted. It responds to the need for a better understanding of the ways in which … [Read more...]
YWCA Canada – Safety Siren app for BlackBerry smartphones
January 31, 2012 by Team Celebration
MEDIA RELEASE Got a new BlackBerry for the holidays? BBM for Safety! YWCA Canada launches Safety Siren app for BlackBerry smartphones As part of its ongoing work to encourage Canadians to Take Action on violence against women and girls, YWCA Canada, the country’s oldest and largest women’s multi-service organization, released the much awaited YWCA Safety Siren app for BlackBerry® smartphones. As part of its suite of anti-violence tools and programming for young … [Read more...]
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Empowering HIV-positive Women in Guyana
July 19, 2011 by admin
Empowering HIV-positive Women in Guyana UN Women conducted this interview at the YWCA World Conference and International Women’s Summit in Zurich, Switzerland. At the event, UN Women Executive Director Michelle Bachelet was a speaker at the opening session. “I just wanted to make a difference and change women’s lives. More women need to be empowered, have a voice and be able to stand up for their rights.” Being diagnosed with HIV often leads to social … [Read more...]
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YWCA – ‘An Agenda for Women and Girls for the Decade’
July 15, 2011 by admin
Tackling Gender Inequality on Multiple Fronts: An Agenda for Women and Girls for the Decade Speech delivered by UN Women Executive Director Michelle Bachelet at the World YWCA International Women’s Summit: Women Creating a Safer World, Geneva, 12 July 2011. It is a great pleasure to be here today and address this important gathering and join some of the world’s most ardent and articulate defenders of the human rights of women and girls. I want in particular to thank World … [Read more...]
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YWCA – 'An Agenda for Women and Girls for the Decade'
July 15, 2011 by admin
Tackling Gender Inequality on Multiple Fronts: An Agenda for Women and Girls for the Decade Speech delivered by UN Women Executive Director Michelle Bachelet at the World YWCA International Women’s Summit: Women Creating a Safer World, Geneva, 12 July 2011. It is a great pleasure to be here today and address this important gathering and join some of the world’s most ardent and articulate defenders of the human rights of women and girls. I want in particular to thank World … [Read more...]
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