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International Development Week Insight Exchange

This International Development Week (IDW), join Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC), in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute of Canada’s Youth Advisory Council, for a youth-led afternoon featuring dynamic conversations, networking, and presentations by youth related to intersecting challenges and opportunities in global development. IDW is held annually in the first week of February to […]

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Together: A story of a Good Neighbours Community Development Project in Bangladesh

Events / Sarah Judd

Join Good Neighbours Canada for a documentary screening of a case study of community-led development work in Bangladesh, highlighting how this organization fosters sustainable development through empowering young people, supporting livelihoods and utilizing an innovative whole-community support system. The screening will be followed by an interactive Q&A and reflective discussions, where attendees will be invited

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Virtual Panel Session – Women’s Financial Inclusion: A Catalyst for Sustainable Development

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Toronto Centre and CARE Canada are co-hosting a virtual panel session to mark Canada’s International Development Week. Closing the financial inclusion gender gap is essential for sustainable economic growth and stability. It empowers women socially and economically while strengthening financial systems. Safeguarding and accelerating the progress made over the past 15 years is critical to ensuring

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Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion BIPOC Inclusion Lab: Fostering Transformational Change

Events / Ali Monam

Our BIPOC Inclusion Lab provides brave spaces for ENGO staff to share experiences, resources, and best practices to foster BIPOC-welcoming and affirming workplaces. This Community of Practice consists of six, two-hour sessions held weekly. Our BIPOC Inclusion Lab offers ENGO staff the opportunity to: Discuss the joys and challenges of BIPOC inclusion in a safe,

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Savour the Stories, Taste the World!

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Join Cuso International for Taste of the World during International Development Week 2025! Our event, in partnership with Global Affairs Canada, celebrates Canada’s 35-year commitment to international development, highlighting the unifying power of food. Shared meals connect us beyond borders, transforming strangers into allies. Through storytelling, recipe sharing, and communal dining, we’ll explore how food interconnects

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Apathy is Boring on Youth Friendly ENGOs

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As of 2021, there are over 7 million young people in Canada between the ages of 15 and 29, and they are the country’s most diverse and educated demographic group. As youth experts and youth, we know the power and value of activating youth in our work. Across all sectors, we depend heavily on the

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In Conversation with Bob Rae: Future Leadership in International Development

Events / Sarah Judd

The University of Guelph is hosting a virtual conversation with Bob Rae, Canada’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations (UN) in New York for International Development week. Hear from one of Canada’s foremost leaders in diplomacy and international development as he reflects on Canada’s leadership role in promoting sustainable, inclusive and

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Locally led development/ Développement mené localement- How do we do it? / Comment s’y prendre?

Events / Sarah Judd

International Development Week 2025- Locally Led Development- How do we do it? (French to follow below) Description: Join us for a lively discussion on the ins and outs of locally led development. The event will start off with a talk by Professor Maïka Sondarjee on locally led development and decolonization in the development sector. This

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Positioning for the Future: OCIC Symposium 2025

Events / Sarah Judd

Positioning for the Future: OCIC Symposium 2025 Kick off International Development Week (IDW) 2025 in a two-day Symposium for OCIC members, associates, partners, and youth with interest in positioning for and co-creating our collective future. Take time for reflection and learning, taking into consideration key principles, values, trends, priorities and drivers of change shaping the

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Featured Programs

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Together: A story of a Good Neighbours Community Development Project in Bangladesh

Virtual Panel Session – Women’s Financial Inclusion: A Catalyst for Sustainable Development

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion BIPOC Inclusion Lab: Fostering Transformational Change

Apathy is Boring on Youth Friendly ENGOs

In Conversation with Bob Rae: Future Leadership in International Development

Locally led development/ Développement mené localement- How do we do it? / Comment s’y prendre?

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