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Feminism and the Economic System
Feminism is about a transformational change in power dynamics. So it’s essential to examine how wealth is generated and for whose benefit.
Women's Health, Women's Rights BC Tour 2018
Learn more about the Tour to British Columbia of Likhaan, a women's health center based in the Philippines.
Joint statement on Canada's support for women human rights defenders in Saudi Arabia
Inter Pares and civil society join the Canadian government to call for the release of women’s right activists detained in Saudi Arabia.
The cycle of violence in Burma
Canada must not look at the recent Rohingya crisis in isolation from Burma’s long-standing conflicts.
The authors of Inter Pares - 2018 summer reading list
We would like to introduce you to some amazing members of the Inter Pares community, through the books they have published.
How the River Grows
It is the tiniest spring and the most modest stream that eventually turn the waterwheel and the turbine.
Broadening the conversation on Burma
In June 2018, Inter Pares organized a visit to Ottawa of colleagues in Kachin, Chin, and Arakan States, in order to bring their voices to policymakers and promote a comprehensive approach to Burma.
Burma’s Forgotten Wars
Samantha McGavin, Burma Program Manager, shines a light on the country beyond the Rohingya crisis through photos and reflections.
May is Mining Justice Month!
Join us and tell the Canadian government to fulfill the promises it made in January.
The Immigrant Workers Centre to receive 2018 Peter Gillespie Social Justice Award
Inter Pares is honored to give the award to the Immigrant Workers Centre for their courageous work in ....
I Am Rohingya: A Genocide in Four Acts
This powerful documentary is about the journey of fourteen Rohingya refugee youth re-enacting their families' harrowing experiences in Burma and beyond.
I Am The Other: Discrimination and Social Exclusion in Canada
A bilingual evening on the topic of discrimination and social exclusion in Canada.
W7: Feminist Visions for the G7
This event will bring together around 70 diverse feminist leaders from Canada and around the world to envision a feminist agenda for the G7.
Solidarity with Peruvian Victims of Forced Sterilizations
Inter Pares has worked with Peruvian counterparts since the early 1990s to bring an end to a policy that resulted in the forced sterilization of hundreds of thousands of rural citizens.
Statement about the Tragedies of Colten Boushie and Tina Fontaine's Deaths
Inter Pares wishes to convey our profound sympathies to the families and communities of Colten Boushie and Tina Fontaine.
Inter Pares Announces Its Two New Co-Executive Directors
Inter Pares is pleased to announce the Board of Directors has appointed Rita Morbia and Kathryn Dingle as Co-Executive Directors of the organization.
Inter Pares pays tribute to Diana Avila Paulette, Latin American activist, former head of PCS
Inter Pares mourns the passing of lifelong activist and dear Peruvian friend and colleague — our compañera, Diana Avila Paulette.
In the Slums of Manila, Spreading Openness and Acceptance
Mark and Vere are Likhaan Community Mobilizers. They both identify as transgender and work in the slum neighbourhoods of metro Manila.
Building an Inclusive Peace in Colombia
Colombia's peace agreement is historic as it is the most inclusive developed to date. Inter Pares' counterparts were instrumental in shaping the agreement.
Connecting Struggles
Bill Fairbairn, Latin America Program Manager at Inter Pares, draws a parallel between his social justice convictions as a gay man and Inter Pares' feminist priorities.
Plunder in the Borneo rainforest: A Canadian connection?
The Sarawak activists trying to “follow the money” and highlight a number of the factors that give Canada an international reputation as a safe haven for money laundering.
Government Announces a Human Rights Ombudsperson
Inter Pares welcomes the announcement regarding the creation of a Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Business Enterprise.
Highlights 2017: Inter Pares' year in review
Inter Pares supports local activist organizations to build a more equal world. Thanks to our generous donors, throughout 2017, we have strengthened many struggles for social justice in Canada and overseas.
Stories of Struggle
We reached our goal! 1,697 donors made a gift during our Stories of Struggle campaign, which contributed $336,016 to Inter Pares' work. Thank you!
Inter Pares speaks out on Rohingya crisis, calls for immediate strong measures
Inter Pares remains highly concerned by the ongoing Rohingya crisis in Burma and Bangladesh, and by the pressing need for stronger action.
Prime Minister Trudeau Visits Inter Pares Program in the Philippines
Inter Pares appreciates Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s visit to an innovative clinic established by Likhaan Center for Women’s Health.
We Are All Fundraisers
Inter Pares staff are co-managers, but we also all consider ourselves fundraisers. While that is a role that makes many people cringe, it’s one we embrace!
Rural Women-to-Women exCHANGEs
An exchange that brought together farmers and rural women leaders from Canada, the West African biodiversity coalition COPAGEN, and the Deccan Development Society (DDS) in India.
Building Solidarity One Conversation at a Time
Raising awareness of other realities, learning from others’ experiences, deepening our solidarity ... this is what Inter Pares seeks to do through our public engagement.
Bill 62 Does Not Promote Women’s Rights
Inter Pares is profoundly concerned about the Quebec government’s passage of Bill 62.
Joint statement on violence against the Rohingya in Myanmar
On September 26th, Inter Pares joined 30+ Canadian organizations and human rights activists in calling for further Canadian action on the crisis.
Open letter on national security Bill C-59
40 organizations and individuals from across Canadian civil society issued a joint letter to government that lays out overarching concerns with Bill C-59.
Statement on Latest Violence against the Rohingya Population in Burma
Inter Pares is gravely concerned regarding the latest wave of military violence against Rohingya civilians in northwestern Burma.
A New Vision for Land in Burma
Land is central to many social justice struggles around the world, and it’s no different in Burma. However, ethnic civil society organizations have a new vision for land use.
Return is Never That Simple
Refugees in camps in Thailand are increasingly worried about their futures since many international NGOs are withdrawing their support.
Countering Dehumanization and Hate
Since October 2016, the Burmese army has unleashed a new wave of violence against Rohingya Muslim civilians in the northwest of the country.
A learning exchange goes on tour
Learn more about Likhaan's Canadian tour. Likhaan is a women's health center based in the Philippines and a long time counterpart of Inter Pares.
Inter Pares concerned with Honduras report
Inter Pares and 23 Canadian civil society organizations concerned with the Honduras report of the Extractive Sector CSR Counsellor.
Canadian pension funds grab farmland in Brazil
What are the links between pension funds and landgrabbing? Learn more with this article by David Bruer published in the Monitor magazine.
Inter Pares welcomes Canada’s feminist realignment of international assistance
Inter Pares welcomes the Government of Canada’s launch of its long-awaited international assistance policy (IAP).
A critical look at the New Alliance for Food Security and Nutrition in Senegal
Presentation of key findings from the evaluation of the New Alliance for Food Security and Nutrition in Senegal.
Inter Pares supports the decriminalization of abortion in El Salvador
Inter Pares and Canadian civil society organizations support decriminalization of abortion in El Salvador.
Nijera Kori through the eyes of Canadian interns
Between 2012 and 2016 Inter Pares collaborated with Dominique Caouette, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Montreal.
Women’s Health, Women’s Rights: In the Philippines, In Canada, and Beyond
Inter Pares is organizing a cross-Canada tour with two representatives from the Likhaan Center for Women's Health in the Philippines.
May Month of Action for Mining Justice
Join Inter Pares and the Canadian Network on Corporate Accountability (CNCA) for a month of action for mining justice in May.
Canadian Council of Muslim Women inaugural recipient of Peter Gillespie Social Justice Award
CCMW is recognized for their courageous work in advancing women’s rights.
“NGO USES DOCUMENTARY PLAY 'SEVEN' TO TOUCH, EDUCATE”
This review of Inter Pares' Ottawa premiere of Seven was written by Bob LeDrew and published in Ottawa Tonite, April 25th, 2017.
Our 2016 Annual Report is out!
This year, we reflect on the many sources of hope upon which we at Inter Pares draw during challenging political times.
Canadian Council of Muslim Women to receive 2017 Peter Gillespie Social Justice Award
Inter Pares is honored to give the award to the Canadian Council of Muslim Women for their courageous work in advancing women’s rights.
