Events Archives - Page 7 of 14 - Maureen F. Fitzgerald

WXN picked the wrong title for leadership conference

I am sad and dismayed that WXN chose to name their upcoming women’s leadership conference “What Glass Ceiling?” It not only suggests there is no “real” glass ceiling but also says that the women who are presenting at the event did not even notice it as they blasted through it! I know this title sounds catchy and funny but its not really. Not to

Must watch video on how the media failed women this year

This is my most highly recommended video this year. Its absolutely shocking what some powerful and educated men will say about brilliant and wise women (who are also powerful)! Its disgusting. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/12/05/how-the-media-failed-women-2013_n_4391309.html

Great fun video on how to meditate

I love these animated carton videos. This is a great and easy 5 minute watch. http://www.hollyhocklife.org/one-moment-meditation-it-only-takes-a-minute/

Upcoming UBC Talks on Conflict Resolution

The UBC CoRe Conflict Resolution Clinic is a student-run clinic providing low-cost and free mediation services. It is located in the Faculty of Law at UBC and has some great talks. Here are a few: September 17: “Family Businesses” with Judi Cunningham, Executive Director of the Business Families Centre, Sauder School of Business October 8 – “Toxic Relationships”

Minerva Event on September 26

Tickets are now on sale for Minerva’s newest event, In Tribute To, which recognizes and celebrates the women and men who help us achieve our mission to elevate the visibility, influence and contribution of women leaders. This elegant evening reception will be emceed by (one of my favorite women) Nancy McKinstry and feature networking opportunities,

UBC failed to make a proper apology for rape cheer and culture

Thanks to Andrew Frank who wrote a great article in the Vancouver Sun: “UBC’s non-apology for rape cheer sets poor example for students.” He says that although the student executive made a proper apology for the rape cheers on campus, neither the UBC business faculty nor the UBC administration did. As one familiar with how to make

Deepa Mehta amazing filmaker is in Vancouver July 13

On July 13 Deepa Mehta will be speaking in Vancouver as part of the Indian Summer Festival. If you have not seen any of her films, you must. They are so raw and honest they open your eyes and hearts to the way we see women in the world. Go to: www.indiansummerfestival.ca.

Please support the Man Up campaign in June

http://www.theviolencestopshere.ca/

You must come to Every Woman event in Whistler!

Step 1: Go to www.everywoman.ca Step 2: Sign up for the Every WOMAN – Whistler, May 24 to 26 event to be held at Nita Lake Lodge (only $175 for all 3 days, or less if you email me) Step 3: Join me for the MOST amazing, fun (and cost-effective) event in the lower mainland. Grab

Dress for Success walk is this Saturday

Here is the press release: There is still time to sign up for The Power Walk for Dress for Success! So far we’ve raised just over $16,000. Help us reach our goal of $25,000– this will help support 166 women through our programs. We are expecting lots of sunshine- so come out and join us