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…
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…