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Canadian coalition calls for urgent action to uphold civil liberties and Charter rights at protests and encampments across the country May 15, 2024 | Read more
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When war broke out in Sudan on April 15, 2023, it was sudden, unexpected and decades in the making. “Sudanese people are just forgotten” Q&A with Ilham Ibrahim The war in Sudan has been particularly vicious to women. #KeepEyesOnSudan Activists use #KeepEyesOnSudan across social media to raise awareness about the ongoing war in Sudan and to advocate for international attention and support. Bulletins Stop child marriage in Bangladesh! Donate now Forced sterilization: Finding light after the darkness In Peru during the 1990s, hundreds of thousands of women were forcibly sterilized under a government program. In the News Amani Khalfan Amani is a Program Manager (Africa/Asia), focusing particularly on women's political participation and SRHR. BOOK LAUNCH: Sacred Bundles Unborn by Morningstar Mercredi Join us for the launch of a new book about the ongoing practice of forced sterilization of Indigenous women in Canada. WATCH | Combatting gender-based violence: Grassroots strategies Sheelu Francis joined Inter Pares for a discussion on strategies for combatting gender-based violence. Updates Understanding the past, redefining the present RUDA uses intergenerational storytelling to preserve historical memory and promote healing in Guatemala. Insight & Analysis Improving Paths to Justice In Improving Paths to Justice, we bring together long-term Inter Pares counterpart Nijera Kori and the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic to explore the barriers women face in accessing justice within formal and informal systems. Video The Promise of Legal Equality for Women: Stories of Struggle from Sudan and Canada Join us for a dialogue on legal equality for women in Sudan and Canada. Webinar Improving Paths to Justice Join us as we bring together Nijera Kori and the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic to explore the barriers women face in accessing justice within formal and informal systems. Webinar Dismantling Sudan’s shadow pandemic The Sudanese Organization for Research and Development (SORD) has long been working to dismantle what is now referred to as a “shadow pandemic”. Insight & Analysis La Colectiva Feminista calls for gendered response to pandemic in El Salvador Inter Pares is honoured to support La Colectiva as it continues to adapt to support women during this crisis. Updates Bangladeshi youth use street art to call for end to gender-based violence Their design of choice: a raised fist combined with the message “We won't put up with the oppression of women”. Updates Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh: A webinar featuring Nijera Kori Khushi Kabir, renowned Bangladeshi feminist and founder of Nijera Kori takes a closer look at sexual and gender-based violence in Bangladesh, and shares how youth are organizing to secure a more just future for themselves, and their communities. Video Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh As we prepare to mark International Women’s Day, we invite you to join us for Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh: A webinar featuring Nijera Kori. Webinar Women's Rights in El Salvador during COVID-19 As we mark International Development Week 2021, learn more about how La Colectiva Feminista is promoting women’s rights in these challenging times. Webinar Violence, Discrimination and Inequalities: Revealing flaws in the system In the global North and South, the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated inequalities and caused an increase in physical, structural and economic violence experienced by women. Insight & Analysis Organizing youth against violence: Sanjida Akhter, Bangladesh Sanjida is determined to denounce the harassment of girls and educate local youth on violence against women. Activist Profile Stories of Solidarity Stories of Solidarity is a three-part mini series from Inter Pares highlighting the work of long-term counterparts to globalize equality. Video Forced sterilizations in Peru: Survivors seek justice Victoria Saccsara leads a group of survivors of forced sterilization in her region advocating for reparations from the Peruvian government. Personal Story Bearing Witness in Bangladesh At Inter Pares, our role isn’t only to support struggles abroad – but also to bring those struggles back home, to share them with you, with our allies and supporters across the country. Insight & Analysis In the words of the landless: Change in Bangladesh Hear first-hand what change they have seen in their community, and their own lives, over the last twenty-five years. Demonstrate solidarity with survivors of forced and coerced sterilizations in Canada For 2019 International Women's Day, support Indigenous women in Canada who have been sterilized without consent. 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Updates Rape by Command A new report details Burmese Army’s use of rape as a weapon against the Rohingya women and girls. Reports International Women's Day 2018 Ottawa: Hashtags & Beyond Join us on March 8, 2018 for Ottawa’s biggest International Women’s Day celebration, featuring the annual Femmy Awards ceremony honouring local feminist change-makers. Celebration Najwa, Sudanese Organization for Research and Development Najwa is a young woman supported by the Sudanese Organization for Research and Development. 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. Insight & Analysis 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. In the News 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. In the News Book Launch: Manufacturing Urgency Do campaigns to end violence against women fulfill their promises? To find out, join us for an exciting conversation between author Corinne Mason and Rita Morbia, Executive Director of Inter Pares. Presentation & discussion 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. Insight & Analysis Deeper Change in Burma: Working Towards Inclusive Democracy In this issue, we report on the situation in Burma regarding democracy and human rights. Bulletins 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. Updates “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. In the News 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. Updates Inter Pares brings acclaimed documentary play to Ottawa Inter Pares presents the play "Seven," which intertwines seven true stories told by women’s rights activists worldwide. Updates Seven: A documentary play Inter Pares presents the Ottawa premiere of Seven at the Wabano Centre on April 24th. The documentary play intertwines seven true stories told by women’s rights activists in Russia, Cambodia, Guatemala, Afghanistan, Nigeria, Pakistan and Northern Ireland. Presentation & discussion Inter Pares Film Nights: A Girl in the River: The price of forgiveness This documentary film by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy traces the story of an 18-year-old Pakistani girl who survives an assassination attempt by her father and brother. Come and learn Saba’s story and discuss the film’s themes following the screening! Film screening Why celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th? Just like years past, Inter Pares is marking and celebrating International Women’s Day in the company of women and feminists from around the world. Updates International Women's Day 2017 Ottawa: The Future is Feminist Join us on March 8, 2017 for Ottawa’s biggest International Women’s Day celebration, featuring the annual Femmy Awards ceremony honouring local feminist change-makers, an activist fair, powerful arts performances, great food and drink, AND a dance party featuring DJ Seiiizmikk! Celebration 1 2 3 next › last »
What is happening in Sudan? When war broke out in Sudan on April 15, 2023, it was sudden, unexpected and decades in the making.
“Sudanese people are just forgotten” Q&A with Ilham Ibrahim The war in Sudan has been particularly vicious to women.
#KeepEyesOnSudan Activists use #KeepEyesOnSudan across social media to raise awareness about the ongoing war in Sudan and to advocate for international attention and support. Bulletins
Forced sterilization: Finding light after the darkness In Peru during the 1990s, hundreds of thousands of women were forcibly sterilized under a government program. In the News
Amani Khalfan Amani is a Program Manager (Africa/Asia), focusing particularly on women's political participation and SRHR.
BOOK LAUNCH: Sacred Bundles Unborn by Morningstar Mercredi Join us for the launch of a new book about the ongoing practice of forced sterilization of Indigenous women in Canada.
WATCH | Combatting gender-based violence: Grassroots strategies Sheelu Francis joined Inter Pares for a discussion on strategies for combatting gender-based violence. Updates
Understanding the past, redefining the present RUDA uses intergenerational storytelling to preserve historical memory and promote healing in Guatemala. Insight & Analysis
Improving Paths to Justice In Improving Paths to Justice, we bring together long-term Inter Pares counterpart Nijera Kori and the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic to explore the barriers women face in accessing justice within formal and informal systems. Video
The Promise of Legal Equality for Women: Stories of Struggle from Sudan and Canada Join us for a dialogue on legal equality for women in Sudan and Canada. Webinar
Improving Paths to Justice Join us as we bring together Nijera Kori and the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic to explore the barriers women face in accessing justice within formal and informal systems. Webinar
Dismantling Sudan’s shadow pandemic The Sudanese Organization for Research and Development (SORD) has long been working to dismantle what is now referred to as a “shadow pandemic”. Insight & Analysis
La Colectiva Feminista calls for gendered response to pandemic in El Salvador Inter Pares is honoured to support La Colectiva as it continues to adapt to support women during this crisis. Updates
Bangladeshi youth use street art to call for end to gender-based violence Their design of choice: a raised fist combined with the message “We won't put up with the oppression of women”. Updates
Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh: A webinar featuring Nijera Kori Khushi Kabir, renowned Bangladeshi feminist and founder of Nijera Kori takes a closer look at sexual and gender-based violence in Bangladesh, and shares how youth are organizing to secure a more just future for themselves, and their communities. Video
Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh As we prepare to mark International Women’s Day, we invite you to join us for Mobilizing Youth Against Violence in Bangladesh: A webinar featuring Nijera Kori. Webinar
Women's Rights in El Salvador during COVID-19 As we mark International Development Week 2021, learn more about how La Colectiva Feminista is promoting women’s rights in these challenging times. Webinar
Violence, Discrimination and Inequalities: Revealing flaws in the system In the global North and South, the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated inequalities and caused an increase in physical, structural and economic violence experienced by women. Insight & Analysis
Organizing youth against violence: Sanjida Akhter, Bangladesh Sanjida is determined to denounce the harassment of girls and educate local youth on violence against women. Activist Profile
Stories of Solidarity Stories of Solidarity is a three-part mini series from Inter Pares highlighting the work of long-term counterparts to globalize equality. Video
Forced sterilizations in Peru: Survivors seek justice Victoria Saccsara leads a group of survivors of forced sterilization in her region advocating for reparations from the Peruvian government. Personal Story
Bearing Witness in Bangladesh At Inter Pares, our role isn’t only to support struggles abroad – but also to bring those struggles back home, to share them with you, with our allies and supporters across the country. Insight & Analysis
In the words of the landless: Change in Bangladesh Hear first-hand what change they have seen in their community, and their own lives, over the last twenty-five years.
Demonstrate solidarity with survivors of forced and coerced sterilizations in Canada For 2019 International Women's Day, support Indigenous women in Canada who have been sterilized without consent. Updates
In Sudan, Courage Means Women Who Persist Through every stage of life, the rights and freedoms of women in Sudan are compromised. Our counterparts are part of the courageous women’s rights movement. Insight & Analysis
Women's Health, Women's Rights BC Speaking Tour 2018 Come and meet activists from Likhaan Centre for Women’s Health in the Philippines. Participate in inspiring discussions of successful community organizing, service delivery and advocacy. Presentation & discussion
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. In the News
Inter Pares Annual Report 2017 - The People of Inter Pares In this year's Annual Report, we highlight the people of Inter Pares. Meet some of our counterparts, a donor, a staff and a board member, all part of the Inter Pares community. Annual Reports
I Am Rohingya - Ontario screenings This documentary chronicles the journey of fourteen Rohingya refugee youth who resolve to theatrically re-enact their families’ harrowing experiences in Burma and beyond. Film screening
I Am Rohingya - Ottawa Screening Join us on May 9 at the Mayfair Theatre for the Ottawa Premiere of I Am Rohingya: A Genocide in Four Act. The documentary screening will be followed by a Q&A with the incredibly brave and inventive Rohingya youth community of Kitchener-Waterloo. Film screening
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. Updates
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. Updates
Rape by Command A new report details Burmese Army’s use of rape as a weapon against the Rohingya women and girls. Reports
International Women's Day 2018 Ottawa: Hashtags & Beyond Join us on March 8, 2018 for Ottawa’s biggest International Women’s Day celebration, featuring the annual Femmy Awards ceremony honouring local feminist change-makers. Celebration
Najwa, Sudanese Organization for Research and Development Najwa is a young woman supported by the Sudanese Organization for Research and Development.
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. Insight & Analysis
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. In the News
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. In the News
Book Launch: Manufacturing Urgency Do campaigns to end violence against women fulfill their promises? To find out, join us for an exciting conversation between author Corinne Mason and Rita Morbia, Executive Director of Inter Pares. Presentation & discussion
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. Insight & Analysis
Deeper Change in Burma: Working Towards Inclusive Democracy In this issue, we report on the situation in Burma regarding democracy and human rights. Bulletins
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. Updates
“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. In the News
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. Updates
Inter Pares brings acclaimed documentary play to Ottawa Inter Pares presents the play "Seven," which intertwines seven true stories told by women’s rights activists worldwide. Updates
Seven: A documentary play Inter Pares presents the Ottawa premiere of Seven at the Wabano Centre on April 24th. The documentary play intertwines seven true stories told by women’s rights activists in Russia, Cambodia, Guatemala, Afghanistan, Nigeria, Pakistan and Northern Ireland. Presentation & discussion
Inter Pares Film Nights: A Girl in the River: The price of forgiveness This documentary film by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy traces the story of an 18-year-old Pakistani girl who survives an assassination attempt by her father and brother. Come and learn Saba’s story and discuss the film’s themes following the screening! Film screening
Why celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th? Just like years past, Inter Pares is marking and celebrating International Women’s Day in the company of women and feminists from around the world. Updates
International Women's Day 2017 Ottawa: The Future is Feminist Join us on March 8, 2017 for Ottawa’s biggest International Women’s Day celebration, featuring the annual Femmy Awards ceremony honouring local feminist change-makers, an activist fair, powerful arts performances, great food and drink, AND a dance party featuring DJ Seiiizmikk! Celebration