Karima Bennoune in conversation with Horia Mosadiq. Hosted by: Centre for Human Rights and Legal Pluralism (CHRLP), Faculty of Law, McGill University and Women Living Under Muslim Laws (WLUML) Via Zoom: https://mcgill.zoom.us/j/86740286450To mark the 10th anniversary of the release of her book "Your Fatwa Does Not Apply Here: Untold Stories from the Fight Against Muslim Fundamentalism," Professor Karima Bennoune […]
We invite you to join the Victoria Chapter of Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan (CW4WAfghan) in our 4th Annual Red Pashmina Walk to raise awareness of the denial of rights for women and girls in Afghanistan, and to raise funds for CW4WAfghan’s programs. Join us as we walk in solidarity with Afghan women and girls, who are […]
As regimes in Afghanistan and Iran continue their brutal repression of women's fundamental human rights, activists are gathering to launch a campaign calling for the recognition of gender apartheid as a crime against humanity. CW4WAfghan invites you to join an integral discussion with Nobel Peace Prize winner Shirin Ebadi to mark International Day of Peace. […]
Edmonton volunteers are pleased to present an impactful storytelling event on Tuesday, October 12, 2023. Join us to hear the incredible experiences and stories of love, life, and hope from four outstanding Afghan women. With special guest speakers: Marzia Hakimi Nargis Ataiee Muska Bahar Farzana Nemat Registration is free and all are welcome! .the-voice-of-women-and-girls-btn{transition: […]
You’re invited to Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan’s 2023 Annual Symposium in Montréal, Québec! Celebrating our 25th year in operation, we invite you to join CW4WAfghan staff, volunteers, Afghan human rights defenders, partners, and dignitaries as we gather for our Annual Symposium at McGill University. Her Right to Learn: Uniting for Afghan Women and […]
On October 16th, CW4WAfghan Executive Director, Lauryn Oates, will present at Third Age Learning, York Region (TALYR). This presentation will describe the current human rights crisis facing women and girls in Afghanistan, what opportunities still exist to uphold the right to education, and how global citizens can support the ongoing struggle by women and girls […]
Join CW4WAfghan's Ottawa Chapter and University Women Helping Afghan Women (Canadian Federation of University Women, Ottawa) on December 9 for an in-person event featuring Afghan women sharing their stories of resistance and resilience living under the Taliban. Commemorate Human Rights Day and the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence by taking part in a […]
In honour of International Development Week, join BCCIC on February 6th to explore the ethics of volunteering in international cooperation.During this free online event, an expert panel including Catherine Lang, longstanding volunteer with CW4WAfghan's Victoria Chapter, will share practical tips, advice and diverse insights on how Canadians can advance justice, equality, decolonization, feminism, and other […]
Hybrid event: Online and in-person at University of the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford B.C. This International Development Week, we invite you to join "The Humanitarian Face of War". Lauryn Oates, Executive Director of CW4WAfghan, will participate in a panel discussion centring on how humanitarian organizations are responding to conflicts in war-torn regions of the world.Hosted by […]
Women of Halton Action Movement (WHAM) invites you to recognize International Women’s Day by joining their Dinner Party on March 6 with keynote speaker and multiple Juno award-winning singer, Jully Black. For 21 years WHAM has held a gala dinner party to recognize and celebrate women's and girls' social, economic, cultural and political achievements, as […]
Join CW4WAfghan's Executive Director, Lauryn Oates, as she participates in a panel discussion hosted by the Afghan Women’s Center of Montreal (AWCM) in honour of International Women's Day. This hybrid event is a celebration and comfort-filled experience where you'll have the unique opportunity to learn, share, and be inspired. With the theme Embrace Every Voice: Afghan […]
Speakers: Moderator Dr. Lauryn OatesExecutive Director, Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan Dr. Lauryn Oates is the Executive Director of Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan and has worked in various leadership roles with the organization, including Programs Director. She holds a BA Honours in International Development from McGill University, an MA in Human Security […]
