Our 2022 Solidarity Annual Report beautifully captures the incredible advocacy work of NWAC, from preventing violence and MMIWG2S, environment, social development, and more! To read the report, visit nwac.ca

Today is #PersonsDay in Canada. On October 18, 1929, women were included in the legal definition of “persons.” While this was a big step toward #GenderEquality, it wasn't until much later that personhood applied to all women, including Indigenous women & those of Asian descent.

Canadian medical journal acknowledges its role in perpetuating anti-Black racism in health care | CBC News cbc.ca/news/health/cm…

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The Barrie Police Service is honoured to be joining the Thunder Bay Police Service, and other police services across Canada in hosting a Tree of Hope to bring awareness to missing and murdered Indigenous women (MMIWG2S+) in our country. Details: barriepolice.ca/treeofhope/

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This week is #TreatiesRecognitionWeek in Ontario. We encourage everyone to make themselves more knowledgeable about the treaties and agreements made between Indigenous peoples and Canada. Here are some helpful resources: pulse.ly/oh7solb0kj

City & partners host Women in Manufacturing events, to showcase #manufacturing in Simcoe County & inspire more women to join the industry. Check out the media release for details: bit.ly/3DWyaO6 InvestBarrie #BarrieEvents

Today, the Federal, Provincial, Territorial Ministers responsible for the Status of Women announced the 10-year National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence #GBV. Read the National Action Plan on the Women and Gender Equality Canada website: women-gender-equality.canada.ca/en/ministers-r…

Check out "2023 International Women's Day Empowerment Luncheon #EmbraceEquity" eventbrite.ca/e/2023-interna… Eventbrite

Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. mailchi.mp/468bc90bd92c/n… Let's review what has been done to end human trafficking in Canada & what still needs to change. We need your help and support to grow the movement so we can demand even more lasting, significant changes.

Thank you to the Survivors, Advocates, and allies that made sure National Awareness Day came to fruition. Let's see who is advocating and working in activism tomorrow and the next day and the next day and the next day. Join us email [email protected] #ProjectMapleLeaf

Happy Women's History Month! Let's not only honour the trailblazing women who came before us, but also uplift and empower the women in our communities today. #womenshistorymonth #EmpowerWomen #SupportWomen

Gun control is a feminist issue! Participate in our #Women4GunControl campaign today. Le contrôle des armes à feu est un enjeu féministe ! Participez à notre campagne #FemmesContreLesViolencesArmées dès aujourd’hui. conta.cc/3J4wqpQ

Trauma Informed Training Level ll - Barrie Public Library barrielibrary.libnet.info/event/8099778

The Role of Women 6:30pm-8:00pm (EST), Mar.8/23 Zoom / Facebook Live Join us on #InternationalWomensDay for an evening of storytelling with #TinaArmstrong, who will share stories & teachings on the sacredness & roles of #Indigenous women. Register now: bit.ly/3Z6FoIS

The Month of March is #ITSTARTS month. This is a public awareness campaign addressing racism and discrimination. How to get involved - visit Simcoe.ca/ItStarts to learn how sharing your pledge can be the 1st step. County of Simcoe

Studies show that intimate partner violence can impact employment stability and career progression. Our literature review explores the impact of IPV on women's employment, with a focus on the experience of racialized survivors. Check it out 👀: ow.ly/cu3f50IsooF

Most Ontarians can be fired for workplace harassment. Why can’t municipal politicians? thestar.com/politics/provi… via @torontostar