Events

Refugees as Diaspora Partners

An event co-hosted by the Refugee Advisory Network of Canada (RAN Canada) and Carleton University’s Migration and Diaspora Studies (MDS) program. Hybrid event – Registration Required: https://carleton.ca/mds/event/refugees-as-diaspora-partners/  Further to the theme for International Development Week 2026, “Prosperity through Partnership”, this event explores how refugee communities and networks in Canada act as engaged diaspora communities to contribute to […]

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Prosperity Through Partnership: Taste of the World

Taste of the World is an evening of shared stories, global flavours, and meaningful connections. The menu will reflect vibrant culinary traditions from the Caribbean, Ethiopia, and Peru, and vegan options will be included. Through food, culture, and conversation, we’ll explore how local partnership and community drive change. The event will feature volunteer speakers (alumni) sharing insights

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Doing Hard Things With Friends: Accompaniment as Policy

Join us for an informal group discussion on “Accompaniment as Policy,” a talk by Dr. Paul Farmer delivered at the Harvard Kennedy School: https://www.harvardmagazine.com/2011/05/paul-farmer-accompaniment-as-policy Paul reflects on what it truly means to “accompany” as a practice of solidarity that shapes how care, development, and policy are carried out. Drawing from his field work, he challenges

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2026 MIGH X PIH Canada University Global Health Case Competition

Win prizes by engaging in real-world global health challenges! Partners in Health (PIH) Canada and Medical Innovation in Global Health (MIGH) Case Competition Join us for an engaging and impactful case competition focusing on tuberculosis (TB). This competition provides a unique opportunity for participants to apply their skills and knowledge to real-world challenges faced by

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Tuberculosis Beyond the Textbook: Gaps, Innovation, and Health Systems Realities

Tuberculosis remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases, a fact shaped by inequity and weak health systems. The Partners In Health Canada × Medical Innovation & Global Health Association Tuberculosis Panel brings together clinicians, researchers, and global health leaders to share real-world experiences from the field. This session centres honest storytelling, practical lessons, and

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The Energy Mix on Solutions Journalism: How Climate News Builds Momentum for Action

Join us for a conversation about the essential role of independent climate news reporting. This session is for anyone trying to build momentum for climate solutions—on the front lines, or in federal and provincial policy. Finding a steady foothold is challenging in the midst of a global climate and affordability crisis, cascading mis/disinformation, and alarming

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Centering Youth Voices: Introduction to Youth Friendly Principles for ENGOs with Apathy is Boring

Please note, all registrants will be provided with a link to the recording and presentation slides following the sessions. The recording will be available for 60 days. Registrants will also be linked to a short, practical resource package summarizing AisB’s Youth Friendly recommendations, key concepts, and links to tools. Drawing heavily on Apathy is Boring’s Youth

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Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (JEDI) Identity-Based Groups

As the environmental non-profit sector continues to welcome and affirm staff from equity-deserving communities, there is a strong need for spaces where people who share these identities can discuss their joys and challenges. Identity-based groups provide ENGO and allied non-profit staff with the opportunity to gather with peers who share their workplace challenges to build

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From Learning to Action: Displacement, Community, and Global Citizenship

This workshop draws on community-based work with children, youth, women, and families affected by displacement and migration, exploring how global realities intersect with local communities in Canada. Through storytelling, hands-on activities, and dialogue, participants will reflect on identity, belonging, and shared responsibility in an interconnected world. Participants will: · Explore displacement and migration through lived

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