Empowering Immigrant Women Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association (CIWA) Interview by: Anabia Adnan In recent years, there has been a substantial increase in human migration. The most prominent reasons that challenge humans to rebuild their lives in a new country are political instability, poverty and economic challenges and climate change. Though Read more…
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…
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…
[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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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: Rida Rehmani Our holiday tables might be a little smaller this year, but they needn’t be short of interesting and thought-provoking discussions. Here are some facts and questions which highlight why the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); also known as Global Goals, should matter to Calgarians. Share and Read more…