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International Development Week: Empowering Refugee Girls in Canada
“My initiative will support the empowerment of adolescent refugee girls to use their skills and experience to develop a sustainable program, for them and by them,” says Ruth.
International Development Week: Ending Gender-Based Violence in Tajikistan
“Gender equality and women’s political participation, women’s empowerment, and fighting violence against women are among the priorities of the organization,” says Mahbuba.
Apply Now: Indigenous Women in Community Leadership
Are you a First Nations, Inuit, or Métis woman from Canada who is committed to community development and social change? The Indigenous Women in Community Leadership program is now accepting applications for 2019. Learn more or apply now After attending a three-week...
Graduates Receive $20,000 for Film Project on Indigenous Fashion
Angel Aubichon (Indigenous Women in Community Leadership, 2017) is receiving an award of $20,000 from Storyhive – a Telus program that funds local filmmakers from Alberta and British Columbia, Canada, with the goal of “creating and amplifying local stories and voices”.
Improving Menstrual Health in India
“Oceanpath seemed to be one of the best opportunities for me to apply my academic background, get hands-on field experience, and lead an initiative in my community.”
News from the Director
Dear Coady International Institute alumni: I write to inform you that, earlier today, St. Francis Xavier University and Coady International Institute presented an update to Coady’s programmatic and organizational structure. These necessary changes will set Coady on a...
Coady Staff Members Contribute to Publications
After having work published in late 2018, Coady staff member Wendy Kraglund-Gauthier (Manager, Networks and Ongoing Learning) has added another publication to her repertoire. Meanwhile, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) acknowledged Coady staff member Eric Smith (Manager, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning), who was celebrated at the 2018 Annual Celebration of StFX Authors for his contribution to the 2017 publication.
2019 Programs Highlight Sustainable Development Goals
Be the first to experience these newly designed programs that aim to meet modern development needs and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Supporting Coady with David Martin
Coady International Institute supporter David Martin of COMART Foundation reflects on why he believes supporting Coady’s mission is important and impactful today as much as 60 years ago.
Amit family Donation Supports Women Leaders
Coady International Institute extends its gratitude to former Coady Director Dr. Harris (Eric) Amit (1991-1994) and his family (children Minoli, Hilary, Udeni and son-in-law Peter Tufts) for their recent generous donation in memory of his late wife Amybelle Amit.