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SUMMARY:Global Reads: How to Be a Climate Optimist
DESCRIPTION:Aga Khan Foundation Canada is pleased to invite you to join our book club series\, Global Reads. \nJoin us on September 12th for an engaging discussion with award-winning author Chris Turner to discuss his most recent book\, How to Be a Climate Optimist: Blueprints for a Better World\, for which he won the 2023 Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing. During this event\, we will delve into this book’s key themes and ideas and gain valuable insights into climate change. \nOur distinguished guest and lead discussant will be Catherine Stewart\, Canada’s Ambassador for Climate Change. Her extensive knowledge and expertise in the field will deepen the discussion and encourage participants to explore innovative ways to address climate challenges. \nWhether you’re an avid reader\, an environmental enthusiast\, or simply curious about climate optimism\, this book club event promises to be an enlightening and empowering experience. \nAdditional information for attendees: \n\nNetworking/Refreshments: In-person attendees are encouraged to participate in an informal networking session and enjoy refreshments after the event. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and greet our speakers and event participants.\nBook giveaway: Register anytime between today and September 5\, 11:59 PM ET for a chance to win a free copy of the book (open to Canadian residents only).\nPlease note that this event will be offered in English only.\n\nSpeakers \nCatherine Stewart \nCanada’s Ambassador for Climate Change \nCatherine Stewart was appointed as Canada’s Ambassador for Climate Change in August 2022. With over 25 years in the federal government\, Ambassador Stewart’s most recent role was Assistant Deputy Minister of International Affairs at Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC). Since 2014\, she has served in senior executive roles at ECCC including as Canada’s Chief Negotiator for Climate Change\, Director General Multilateral Affairs and Climate Change\, and Director General for the Americas. Prior to joining ECCC\, Ambassador Stewart was Director\, Strategic Policy and Integration for the National Fighter Jet Procurement Secretariat and served as an executive at the Privy Council Office. \nChris Turner \nAuthor \nChris Turner is a three-time nominee and one-time winner of the National Business Book Award\, and a finalist for the Governor General’s Literary Award for Nonfiction (The Geography of Hope). He recently won the 2023 Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing for his recent book\, How to be a Climate Optimist – Blueprints for a Better World. He has long been one of Canada’s leading voices on climate change solutions and the global energy transition. His feature writing has earned ten National Magazine Awards\, and he is the author of five books on technology\, energy and climate. He lives in Calgary with his wife\, the author Ashley Bristowe\, and their two children. \nAbout the series \nGlobal Reads is a book club series where participants can connect and learn together with other globally minded professionals. Global Reads primarily explores recent works focused on international affairs\, policy\, or practice—with an emphasis on innovation\, new voices\, and diverse perspectives. Notable leaders and thinkers from the international affairs\, global development\, and allied sectors facilitate lively and inclusive discussions\, providing a structure for collaborative interpretation\, learning\, and growth. \nJoin Global Reads to: \n\nForge new connections with likeminded\, globally focused thinkers\nEncounter inspiring\, challenging\, and unconventional ideas\nGain a fresh perspective on your work\nReignite your professional development goals\n\n  \nRegister Today!\n  \nQuestions? Please contact akfc.events@akdn.org
URL:https://www.akfc.ca/event/global-reads-how-to-be-a-climate-optimist/
LOCATION:Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat\, 199 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 1K6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Innovations in Advancing Gender Equality
DESCRIPTION:Gender equality stands as an enduring journey marked by steadfast progress amid persistent challenges. By dismantling barriers to education\, economic participation\, healthcare\, and decision-making\, gender equality not only benefits individuals but also fosters broader societal advancement. Through initiatives like the Fund for Innovation and Transformation (FIT)\, the Canadian government has made investments to test innovative solutions to address barriers that impede progress towards gender equality. \nIn celebration of Gender Equality Week\, AKFC and The Inter-Council Network of Provincial and Regional Councils for International Cooperation invite you to a conversation highlighting innovative approaches to advancing gender equality. Learn about FIT projects led by Canadian small and medium organizations and implemented with local partners across various geographies in the Global South. \nAdditional information for attendees: \n\nNetworking/Refreshments: In-person attendees are encouraged to participate in an informal networking session and enjoy refreshments before and after the event.\nThis session will be offered in English and French\n\nSpeakers and Projects \nFadume Gure \nFounder\, LISS Technologies Inc. \nProject: Improving Breastfeeding Rates in Somalia Through Low-Cost\, Solar-Powered Electric Breast Pumps \nDarcy Ataman \nFounder and CEO\, Make Music Matter \nProject: It Takes a Village: Integration of Men and Boys into Healing in Harmony in Mulamba\, DRC. \nAminata Traore \nCo-Founder\, Alitus Femina Canada \nProject: Sexually Transmitted Grades – A Danger for the Future of Girls and Women \nDanielle Skogen \nProgram Development Director\, Real Humanitarian \nProject: Testing A Holistic Three-Pronged Approach to Violence Prevention & Response \nSalima Meherali \nAssistant Professor\, College of Health Sciences – Faculty of Nursing\, University of Alberta \nProject: Building Formal Financial and Health Numeracy Among Poor Women in Northern Pakistan \n  \nRegister Today!\n  \nQuestions? Please contact akfc.events@akdn.org \n            
URL:https://www.akfc.ca/event/innovations-in-advancing-gender-equality/
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