Event Archive: 2014
Events for November 10, 2014
Inside Afghanistan: Mellissa Fung on Reporting from One of the World’s Most Fragile States
November 10-19, 2014 - On the airwaves and in print, former CBC journalist Mellissa Fung has brought Afghanistan’s stories home to Canadians – even after being abducted while on assignment at a refugee camp on the outskirts of Kabul. Drawing on her experiences reporting from the region over the last seven years, Mellissa shared what she has learned about Afghanistan, about its people, and about taking on a foreign assignment in one of the world’s most fragile countries. She also reflected on what Afghans have gained since 2001… and why we must remain committed to the country at this crucial moment for Afghanistan’s future.
Maternal, Newborn and Child Health: A Challenge for West Africa
November 10-11, 2014 – Maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) has gained a lot of attention in recent years because of international commitments, spearheaded by the Government of Canada. Participants learned more about this important global health issue by hearing about the context in West Africa, relevant research and lessons learned from the field.
