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Nisa Homes…a place of healing, hope and dignity

Nisa Homes…a place of healing, hope and dignity Interview by: Anabia Adnan The United Nations (UN) recognizes and observes International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women every year on November 25. This day is recognized to raise awareness and increase political will for preventing and ending all forms Read more…

By Communications, 4 yearsNovember 25, 2021 ago
World Toilet Day 2021
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We need to give a crap about World Toilet Day

We need to give a crap about World Toilet Day By Angelina Patoka Now I know what you’re thinking, The United Nations (UN) celebrates World Toilet Day?… is this a joke? Well, no, actually. World Toilet Day (November 19) is linked to water security and healthcare, and its closely aligns Read more…

By Communications, 4 yearsNovember 19, 2021 ago
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[Closed] Social Media Coordinator

[Closed] Social Media Coordinator The United Nations Association in Canada – Calgary Chapter (UNAC-Calgary) is seeking two (2) Social Media coordinators to join the communications sub-committee. This role will be responsible for developing and executing UNAC-Calgary’s social media strategy and keeping the public informed of UNAC-Calgary’s progress, share news and Read more…

By Communications, 4 yearsOctober 29, 2021 ago
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[Closed] Writer/content creator

Writer/content creator The United Nations Association in Canada – Calgary Chapter (UNAC-Calgary) is seeking (3) content creators / writers to join the communications sub-committee. Writer/content creator This role will be responsible for developing and executing content to support UNAC-Calgary’s strategy by writing blog content to 1) keep the public informed Read more…

By Communications, 4 yearsOctober 29, 2021 ago
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Hunger and Poverty: The Temporal Horrors of the World

Hunger and Poverty: The Temporal Horrors of the World By: Angelina Patoka In October, the United Nations marks two important dates. The World Food Day on October 16, and the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty on October 17. The former is associated with UNSDG 2: Zero Hunger, while Read more…

By Communications, 4 years ago
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Recognizing National Day of Truth and Reconciliation – 2021

Image credit: www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca Recognizing National Day of Truth and Reconciliation  By: Anabia Adnan This year on September 30th, Canada will mark the first National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR), a day which has also been commemorated as Orange Shirt Day since 2013. It is a day for Canadians to formally Read more…

By Communications, 4 years ago
UNSDG16
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Global Governance versus Sovereignty: The Global Context (Part 1)

UNSDG 16: Global Governance versus Sovereignty Part 1: The Global Context By: Angelina Patoka This post is an elementary introduction and interpretation of the premises and dilemmas of UNSDG 16. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16 (UNSDG 16): Promote just, peaceful and inclusive societies, aims at promoting “peaceful and Read more…

By Communications, 4 yearsSeptember 7, 2021 ago
Sree Nair, volunteer at UNAC-Calgary
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Understanding Racism in International Development

Understanding Racism in International Development Recently, members of UNAC-Calgary had the privilege of attending a 6-session design lab on Anti-Racism in International Development hosted by Alberta Council for Global Cooperation (ACGC).  Aimed at members of the international development sector in Alberta, this series of participatory training sessions focused on using Read more…

By Communications, 4 yearsJuly 22, 2021 ago
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GROW FOOD. GROW PEOPLE. GROW CALGARY.

GROW FOOD. GROW PEOPLE. GROW CALGARY By: Anabia Adnan Food is a basic human need and a fundamental part of human existence. In developed countries such as Canada, many of us are privileged in not knowing hunger.  However, it may be surprising to learn that in 2017-18, 1 in 8 Read more…

By Communications, 4 yearsApril 22, 2021 ago
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Volunteer profile – Jasmine Cha

Hello from Jasmine Cha We have some amazing volunteers at UNAC-Calgary, and Jasmine Cha, Director of Innovation is one of them. For National Volunteer Week, we had the pleasure of learning more about her and why she’s passionate about volunteering. When did you get involved with UNAC-Calgary, and in what Read more…

By Communications, 4 yearsApril 20, 2021 ago

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