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Blue Helmet trainings to prevent sexual violence
To prevent and respond to sexual violence in peacekeeping operations, Rwandan and South African military officers recently took part in a scenario-based training course. “The power to stop even one woman or girl from being raped and take appropriate action when there is an incidence of sexual violence must be one of the most meaningful…
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UN Women Executive Director Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka sworn in today
New York Ms. Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka took the oath of office as the Executive Director of UN Women during a ceremony today at UN Headquarters presided over by Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. She is the second Executive Director of the organization created in 2010 to lead the UN’s work on advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment. Ms….
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UN Women National Committee Canada Summer Newsletter Now Available
This Summer has very eventful for UN Women National Committee Canada, filled with new initiatives that raise awareness about the ongoing challenges that women and girls around the world still face. Read about our activities in the Summer 2013 newsletter.
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Almas Jiwani Attends Diplomat Reception for 68th Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia’s Independence Day
UN Women National Committee Canada President, Almas Jiwani, was invited to attend a reception in celebration of the 68th Anniversary of the Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia. The reception was held at the residence of Her Excellency, Dienne H. Moehario, Ambassador of Indonesia to Canada. Approximately 150 honoured guests attended the reception, including…
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Almas Jiwani and the National Committee Organize Luncheon with UN Women high representatives and other dignitaries within the Canadian Government at the Rideau Hall Ottawa, Canada
Almas Jiwani and the National Committee organized a luncheon with UN Women high representatives and other dignitaries within the Canadian Government at the Rideau Hall Ottawa, Canada. Dignitaries included former President of UN Women Canada Michele Bachelet, Justin and Sophie Trudeau, Michele Jean, Belinda Stronach, and MP Rona Ambrose.
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Almas Jiwani Honoured Guest at First Annual Mexican Fashion Week
UN Women National Committee Canada President, Almas Jiwani, was invited to attend the first annual Mexican Fashion Week in Toronto.
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Almas Jiwani Distinguished Guest At Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) Reception for the Canadian and Jamaican Basketball Teams
UN Women National Committee Canada President, Almas Jiwani, attended the the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) reception to welcome the Jamaican Men’s National Basketball Team.
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Almas Jiwani – A Global Voice
Interview – Syncmag publication by Tabish Bhimani Almas Jiwani, President of UN Women Canada National Committee and CEO of Frontier Canada Inc, is a fiercely vocal and internationally renowned champion for gender equality and women’s social, economic, and political empowerment. A model of perseverance and determination, Ms. Jiwani’s efforts to strengthen women’s economic capacity as…
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