Women’s Initiatives

Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict and the First Nations Women’s Council Release Joint Statement in honour of Red Dress Day, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S+)

WARNING: Sensitive subject matter. (Toronto, Ont. – May 5, 2025) On Red Dress Day, the symbolic red dresses serve as a powerful reminder of the violence that has and continues to disproportionately impact First Nations women, girls, and Two-Spirit people. “Today we pause to honour and remember the First Nations women, girls, and Two-Spirit people

2025-05-05T09:14:55-04:00May 5th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Women's Initiatives|

COO Women’s Initiatives Newsletter – Spring 2025

Please find attached the Spring 2025 Edition of the COO Women’s Initiatives Newsletter for your information and reading. In this edition, you will find updates on the Women's Initiatives Sector Director, the Community Safety Forum, the Women Chiefs Network, the 2S+ Council Resolution, Intimate Partner Violence Toolkit, MMIWG2S+ Federal/Provincial Roundtable and more. Download the Newsletter

2025-03-31T10:58:38-04:00March 31st, 2025|Categories: Uncategorized, Women's Initiatives|

Chiefs of Ontario First Nations Women’s Council Issues Statement in Honour of International Women’s Day

(Toronto, Ont. – March 8, 2025) The Chiefs of Ontario First Nations Women’s Council (FNWC) and newly elected Chief, Tesha Rourke, have released the following statement regarding International Women’s Day: “With 'Accelerate Action' as the 2025 theme for International Women’s Day, March 8, we are reminded of the need to advance gender equity in Leadership

2025-03-08T09:35:03-05:00March 8th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Women's Initiatives|

The Ontario First Nations Young Peoples Council (OFNYPC) releases a statement on National Human Trafficking Awareness Day

Warning: This statement discusses human trafficking, exploitation, and related issues, which may be distressing to some readers. Mental health counselling and crisis support are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the Hope for Wellness hotline at 1-855-242-3310 or by online chat. (Toronto, Ont. – February 22, 2025) The Ontario First Nations

2025-02-22T10:34:44-05:00February 22nd, 2025|Categories: Communications, Women's Initiatives, Youth|

First Nations Women’s Council Issues Statement on Intimate Partner Violence Epidemic and Bill 173

(Toronto, Ont. – December 10, 2024)  The Chiefs of Ontario First Nations Women’s Council has released the following statement acknowledging the conclusion of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence on December 10th and addressing the premature halt of Bill 173: This annual campaign, which runs from November 25th to December 10th, shines a

2024-12-10T15:45:52-05:00December 10th, 2024|Categories: Communications, Women's Initiatives|

Request for Proposals: Facilitator, First Nations Virtual Forum on Community Safety

Download Full RFP Here: Request for Proposals: Facilitator, First Nations Virtual Forum on Community Safety You are invited to submit a proposal to facilitate a First Nations Virtual Forum on Community Safety. The Chiefs of Ontario First Nations Women’s Council and Women’s Initiatives Sector are hosting a one-day online First Nations Community Safety Forum with

2024-09-06T15:37:38-04:00September 6th, 2024|Categories: Communications, Justice, Women's Initiatives|

COO Women’s Initiatives Newsletter – Summer 2024

Please find attached the Summer 2024 Edition of the COO Women's Initiatives Newsletter for your information and reading. In this edition, you will find updates on MMIWG2S+, supporting victim services, human trafficking awareness, two spirit and gender diversity awareness, women's leadership support, First Nations Women's REACH Conference, and more. Download the Newsletter here: Women's Initiatives

2024-08-06T09:11:58-04:00August 6th, 2024|Categories: Communications, Women's Initiatives|

First Nations Women’s Council Makes Statement on Red Dress Day, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit and Gender Diverse People (MMIWG2S)

(Toronto, ON – May 3, 2024) – The Chiefs of Ontario First Nations Women’s Council issued a statement in advance of Red Dress Day, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit and Gender Diverse People (MMIWG2S) which will occur on Sunday May 5, 2024. “May 5 is a day

2024-05-03T12:24:49-04:00May 3rd, 2024|Categories: Communications, Women's Initiatives|

Ontario Regional Chief Glen Hare Makes Statement on Children Affected by Family Loss due to Factors Including the Opioid Drug Crisis

(Toronto, Ontario — December 18, 2023) Ontario Regional Chief Glen Hare issued the following statement to address the impact of the opioid drug crisis, and other factors contributing to First Nations children experiencing family loss:  During this holiday season, Ontario Regional Chief Glen Hare extends a special message to the children of First Nations communities

2024-01-03T13:16:19-05:00December 18th, 2023|Categories: Communications, Women's Initiatives|

Ontario Regional Chief Glen Hare Marks Red Dress Day, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit and Gender Diverse People (MMIWG2S) and Echoes Calls for Action

(Toronto, ON – May 5, 2023) – Today, Ontario Regional Chief Glen Hare issued a statement on Red Dress Day, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit and Gender Diverse People (MMIWG2S). “This year, on May 5, we continue the annual tradition of marking Red Dress Day and the

2024-01-03T13:16:48-05:00May 5th, 2023|Categories: Communications, Women's Initiatives|
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