Vancouverite Saleema Noon is doing more great things. She already educates young girls about the pressures of being a girl (iGirl) and now has a new program for guys: iGuys, aimed at empowering guys. The essence of these programs is to teach young kids how they are being squeezed into a “girl box” or a “guy […]
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The Vancouver Public Library in conjunction with the PuSH festival opened a “living library” in January for a few weeks. It is a brilliant idea that enhances human empathy! Anyone can walk into the library and “sign out” a real person from a list of people who have offered to tell their life story. I will have to
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When I was in Italy years ago I was constantly pinched and touched on the crowed buses. I never thought to complain. See what a few human beings can do with a simple idea? We must all try to find ways to bring forth the voices of those who are silent and silenced. This is amazing and powerful work. http://translinkharassment.wordpress.com/
Two amazing women shine a light on harassment on translink Read More »
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” with Bob
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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, presentations
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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 a
UBC failed to make a proper apology for rape cheer and culture Read More »
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.
Deepa Mehta amazing filmaker is in Vancouver July 13 Read More »
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 for
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I have bought my tickets and can’t wait to see this amazing woman who has rocked the world with Vagina Monologues and One Billion Rising (remember February 14 events around the world?). She is doing a 19 city tour in the USA to promote her memoir: “In the Body of the World.” Come join me.
Must see Eve Ensler in Vancouver May 14 Read More »
Minerva BC (Vancouver) is accepting applications fro its Career Kick Start Program to help women who are returning to work after time away. The program runs from May 14-Jun 18 (6 Tuesdays) from 9;30 to 4:30 at SFU downtown. Go to www.theminervafoundation.com to find out more. The deadline is April 23, 2013.
Minerva Career Kick Start Leadership Program is coming up Read More »
