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Launch of UN Women Canada Quebec Chapter and RSVP Magazine Montreal, Quebec
RSVP Magazine launched its second edition with a glam cocktail at Wave in Montreal. RSVP covers the philantropic events and party’s in the city. Almas Jiwani, President of the Canadian UN Women Association launched the Quebec division of the National Committee. Almas Jiwani delivered a Keynote address.
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Sheikha Shamsa Awards at the Women in Leadership Conference Middle East at the Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi
In November 2011, Ms. Almas Jiwani joined the ranks of prominent enterpreneurs including the likes of Her Excellency Datin Paduka Seri Rosmah Mansor, First Lady of Malaysia, Her Excellency Fatima Jaber, COO, Al Jaber Group and Datuk Otman, Director of UN Outer Space Affairs to address the Women In Leadership (WIL) series that connected over…
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Almas Jiwani made Keynote Address at 20th Anniversary of the Canadian Colombian Children’s Organization (CCCO) – Old Mill Inn Toronto, Ontario
On November 12th 2011, Ms. Jiwani delivered the keynote address to the Columbian Children’s Organization 20th Anniversary Silver Ball and Fundraising Gala. In the course of her engagement, Jiwani provided a keynote engagement and addressed the importance of providing support to empowering the boy and girl child to realize their full potential. “We are thrilled…
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Child Bride Marriage -‐ President of UN Women Canada Delivers Keynote Address at the 2011 International Congress in LA, California
On October 27th 2011, the International Congress to Eradicate Early and Forced Marriages at the University of Southern California (USC) , Los Angeles invited Ms. Jiwani to shed light and provide her insight to policymakers, legislators, NGOs, jouranlists, academics and five African first ladies on the issue of child marriage. Ms. Jiwani delivered the opening…
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UN Women National Committee Canada Luncheon in Ottawa Ontario
The Canadian National Committee for UN Women was pleased to announce that the National Committee bestowed its Honorary Tribute to Ms. Belinda Stronach and Ms. Joy Smith, MP Kildonan – St. Paul at a special luncheon ceremony on October 3, 2011 at the Rideau Club in Ottawa. The ceremony was attended by special guest Ms….
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UN Women Launch Reception at Quebec Parliament COPA
Attendees included Justin Trueau, Sophie Gregoire-‐Trudeau, Christian Chevalier and Moez Doraid.
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COPA -‐ The 10th Annual Meeting of the Network of Women Parliamentarians of the Americas and the 11th General Assembly of the Parliamentary Confederation of the Americas (COPA)
On September 6th 2011, Almas Jiwani was invited at the 10th Annual Meeting of the Network of Women Parliamentarians of the Americas and the 11th General Assembly of the Parliamentary Confederation of the Americas (COPA). Addressing the Quebec Parliament, Ms. Jiwani emphasized the role of Quebec in empowering women and ushering a new era of…
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UN Women President Almas Jiwani Awarded with Commemorative Stamps, Athens, Greece
The Government of Greece in association with the Hellenic Post Office Authority of Greece and Ms. Loula Loi Alafoyiannis, Founder and Executive Global President, EAWC, has honored Almas Jiwani, President of UNIFEM Canada, with a commemorative stamp in recognition of her lifelong commitment and contribution to advocating for women’s equality rights around the world. Ms….
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