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What the System Never Asked Me: Growing Up with a Parent Behind Bars by Raine LeBlanc

What the System Never Asked Me: Growing Up with a Parent Behind Bars Raine LeBlanc | October 15, 2025 I learned early on to decode navigating education, mental health, and child-welfare systems, but not every child with a parent behind bars can say the same. The society we were born and raised to live in, […]

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OCIC AGM 2025

Join us for our 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) virtually on September 26th! Hosted by OCIC’s Board of Directors and staff, this gathering will include presentations on the governance and financial aspects of our work, presentation of new members, election of Board Directors, and recognition of key contributors. We will also be sharing stories of

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Power of Solidarity Zine

The Power of Solidarity: Young Feminist Activists Around the Globe Explore a bold collection of personal narratives, art, photography, and movement-building from across the globe, curated by Youth Policy-Makers Hub alumni, Madhuri Kibria, Angelina Ding, Anais Rezaigue, and Sanya Vij, with graphic design by Umaimah Choudhury. Thank you to the artists, storytellers, and contributors: Ipsita

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Reflections on International Women in Diplomacy Day: Progress in Sight – by Alisha Aslam

Reflections on International Women in Diplomacy Day: Progress in Sight Alisha Aslam | July 15, 2025 Last month, on June 24, the world observed International Women in Diplomacy Day. Celebrated on blogs and Instagram stories, by organizations, influencers, and everyday people, at schools, and on international stages– this day recognized the work we’ve done so

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Towards Equitable Engagement: Lessons from an ICN Research Project

This webinar highlights key insights from a recent research project examining how organizations in the international cooperation sector are applying decolonial, anti-racist, and feminist approaches to public engagement. Designed for public engagement practitioners, educators, policy makers, those working in international cooperation and the general public, the session will explore the contexts in which these approaches

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Volunteer with OCIC

volunteer with ocic Interested in gaining experience in supporting the international cooperation sector?  OCIC invites applications for Lead Volunteers to support us with the following roles – click below for the full role description: Communications Membership Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning  Youth Programs These are  virtual positions, with periodic meetings and activities in Toronto. Candidates will

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We’re More Than a Stereotype: Asian Canadian Political Representation is Long Overdue by Christine Le

We’re More Than a Stereotype: Asian Canadian Political Representation is Long Overdue Christine Le | May 14, 2025 Met City of Toronto 66th Mayor Olivia Chow, the first Asian Canadian elected in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Canvassed in the Canadian Federal Election 2025 for Chi Nguyen MP Spadina Harbourfront. Ontario Legislative Assembly: Model for Parliament Youth

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Policy Matters: Lessons from CSW69 and the Beijing Platform for Action

Event Details Join us for an insightful conversation with Canadian and international delegates as they reflect on their experiences at the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) in New York. Hear firsthand accounts, key takeaways, and bold visions for advancing gender equality, both at home and globally. This interactive webinar

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The Power of Your Vote: Reflections from a Parliamentary Intern by Justin Langan

The Power of Your Vote: Reflections from a Parliamentary Intern Justin Langan | April 9, 2025 We cannot disregard the heavy significance of this upcoming federal election. Voting itself exceeds its classification as civic duty, it allows you to form the future you desire. The experience of working as a Parliamentary Intern has revealed to

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