Introduction and Debates and successes in local seed production and marketing
Seeds of Survival February 28 1:00 UTC Introduction: Debates and successes in local seed production and marketing Pratap Shrestha leads the participatory crop improvement, seed systems, community-based approaches to biodiversity conservation, and policy work at...
Founding Meeting
FOUNDING MEETING NOVA SCOTIA NON-PROFIT HOUSING ASSOCIATION This event took place October 26-27, 2022 Keating Millennium Centre, St. Francis Xavier UniversityAntigonish, Nova Scotia In partnership with the Community Housing Transformation Centre, we have been working...
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“Our mission is participatory restoration and conservation of the Nzoia River Basin, using both ecofriendly agricultural practices and enhancement of biodiversity. Climate smart agriculture driven by local communities is our goal. At Coady, I hope to open up myself to...
StFX Students Selected for Feminist Leadership Workshop in Nepal
Two St. Francis Xavier University students will travel to Nepal this August after being selected for a unique international learning opportunity hosted through Coady Institute as part of the Samaan Aawaaj (Equal Voice) project, funded by Global Affairs Canada. Maria...
Impact Snapshot Highlights Year One Progress of Samaan Aawaaj / Equal Voice
The first year of the Samaan Aawaaj / Equal Voice project has demonstrated the power of local leadership, collective action, and inclusive participation in strengthening democratic spaces in Nepal and Bangladesh. Led by Coady Institute in partnership with The Story...
From Nova Scotia to East Africa: Stories of Leadership and Community Action
Here in Nova Scotia, as spring turns to summer, Coady Institute continues to walk with community leaders and changemakers in Canada and around the world. In this edition, we are excited to highlight stories of leadership, partnership, and community action—from global...
Sometimes Seeing is Believing
Sometimes Seeing is Believing by Dr. Amanda Cockshutt In my role as Academic Vice President & Provost at St. Francis Xavier University I oversee the operations of Coady Institute at a high level. Since I took on the position in May 2022, the Executive Director of...
Walking with Community: Coady Graduates Excelling
Every month, we are inspired by updates from Coady graduates leading change in communities around the world. In this feature, we spotlight stories, reflections, and words of wisdom shared by members of our global Coady community since our last newsletter. Have an...
Theatre Society Featuring Moses Coady, Sisters of St. Martha
For 12 years, a local community theatre initiative has been bringing the stories of rural Antigonish to life through music, storytelling, and historical drama. What began as productions focused on early immigrant journeys and ships arriving in Nova Scotia has evolved...
Helen Neufeld Donor Profile
Support Legacy Giving Katherine Fleming International Development Award Aeroplan Circle of Abundance Investing in Leadership – Helen Neufeld Stand Up for What You Believe Name:Helen Neufeld Location:Grand Prairie, Alberta Profession:Dean of Students at Reading...
Tools for Conflict Sensitive Development
Education Programs Tools for Conflict Sensitive Development Even well-intentioned development initiatives can unintentionally fuel tension or exacerbate conflict, particularly in contexts with fragile governance, social divisions, or weak security structures. This...
Gender-transformative Agroecology for Climate Resilience
Education Programs Gender-transformative Agroecology for Climate Resilience Co-delivered between Coady Institute and Seed Savers Network Kenya Agroecology is both a science and a practice rooted in the understanding that agriculture is deeply embedded in...