Events

November 8, 2013 - Aga Khan Foundation Canada, in collaboration with Canada's International Development Research Centre (IDRC) held the 2013 University Seminar Series: Saving a Generation: Maternal, Newborn and Child Health in the Developing World, October 20 – November 8, 2013.

November 21, 2013 - With one in eight people facing chronic hunger, feeding the world’s most vulnerable remains a daunting challenge.  Despite great strides in recent years, poverty, insecurity, natural disasters and gender-based barriers keep millions of people from having enough to eat. Ms. Elisabeth Rasmusson, Assistant Executive Director of the World Food Programme, held a conversation on topics from the current humanitarian crises in the Philippines and Syria, to future prospects for eradicating hunger as part of the post-2015 development agenda.

February 27, 2014 - Although primary school enrollment is increasing around the world, a staggering 57 million children are still not in the classroom. Half of these children live in countries torn by conflict – and that number is on the rise. A sense of safety and stability is often out of reach, especially for girls. Schools and a quality education can provide a safe haven, while delivering important life skills and restoring hope for a new generation.

March 20, 2014 - Sierra Leone’s civil war drove Amara Bangura into hiding – but it also drove him to launch a career as a radio journalist. Today, Amara sees journalism as a powerful tool for development around the world... when it’s used responsibly.

March 27, 2014 - How Canada is Shifting Development Models Through Innovative Partnerships 

April 8, 2014 - Canada and the Fight to Protect all Children from Polio explored Canada’s sustained leadership supporting eradication efforts in some of the most inaccessible and conflict-affected regions in the world as well as the most difficult challenges ahead.  A keynote address was delivered by Canada’s Minister of International Development, the Honourable Christian Paradis.

May 12, 2014 - On the airwaves and in print, former CBC journalist Mellissa Fung has shared Afghanistan’s stories with Canadians. Even after being abducted in 2008, while on assignment at a refugee camp on the outskirts of Kabul, her commitment to exploring the fragile country remains steadfast.

June 1, 2014 - Overseas experience can have a profound impact – both on young Canadians, and the communities they serve. The event featured the perspectives of fellowship alumni, field partners, and the new cohort of fellows about to head to the field. Refreshments were served.