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Asset-Based and Community-Led Development Principles
February 2 – March 30, 2027
Katherine Fleming Women’s Leadership Course for African Women Leaders
May 17 to May 22, 2027
Grassroots Peacebuilding
February 2 to March 30, 2027
Participatory Facilitation for Community Learning and Action
January 26 to March 25, 2027
Intergenerational Advocacy: Collective Power for Social Justice
March 6 – 11, 2027
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Change Happening Now
Coady Institute stands with Canada’s international development community.
Coady Institute has joined Cooperation Canada and fellow members in calling on the Government of Canada to strengthen its commitment to international development cooperation.
Coady Institute and Connecting the Dots Network Launch Community Conversation Series Across Northeastern Nova Scotia
Coady Institute at St. Francis Xavier University, in partnership with Connecting the Dots Network, is launching a new People’s School series through the Topshee Memorial Program.
From Participant to Facilitator: Katherine Fleming Legacy Comes Full Circle
From participant to facilitator, Saliwe Mutetwa-Zakariya’s journey reflects the lasting impact of the Katherine Fleming legacy – and the ripple effect of investing in African women’s leadership.
Upcoming Events
We’re Better Together
November 19
10 to 11:30 am
Coady 342 and online
Reimagining Volunteerism
November 26, 2026
In-person gatherings linked virtually.
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