In this article Antalya Popatia sheds light on Veronica Foster and Marion Alice Orr two Canadian women that contributed to WW2.
Tag: Women in Security
16 Days Campaign: A/Commr. Shirley Cuillierrier
This week, the NAOC continues with its contribution to the 16 Days Campaign where Julia Schaumer has sat down with several high-profile Canadian women who share their opinions on how to implement best practices in the workplace as well their views on women in leadership positions.
NAOC’s 16 Days of Activism: Margot Franssen
Every year, from November 25th to December 10th, the NATO Association of Canada is proud to participate in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign. This campaign highlights the need to address the violence that women face at all levels and in all arenas. This year, the focus is on ending gender-based violence Read More…
NAOC’s 16 Days of Activism: Lieutenant-General Christine Whitecross
As part of NAOC’s contribution to the 16 Days Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence, Julia Schaumer has sat down with several high-profile Canadian women who share their opinions on how to implement best practices in the workplace as well their views on women in leadership positions.
NATO, Capacity Building, and Efforts to Develop Servicewomen in Jordan
Military culture across the world has gone through significant shifts. The male-dominated institution has made important strives in the last 20 years with regards to gender equality. In Canada, women have been participating in Canada’s military history for the last 100 years, but it was not until the year 2000 that all restrictions were lifted, Read More…
The Invisibles: Female Child Soldiers
“According to the United Nations (UN), 40% of all child soldiers are girls.” Ambika Varma explores female child soldiers and their impact during wartime.
Victims of Violence: Indigenous Women
First Nations women are at a greater risk of being victimized by a current or former partner than women from other communities. Why is that?
Part 1: Sexual and Gender-Based Violence – A Weapon of War in Complex Humanitarian Settings
Globally, sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) affects millions of men, women, girls, and boys in both physically and psychologically.
#16DaysOfActivism Interview Series: The Honourable Maryam Monsef
The Honourable Maryam Monsef is Canada’s Minister for the Status of Women. Learn more about her in our interview series.
#16DaysOfActivism Interview Series: The Honourable Kirsty Duncan
The Honourable Kirsty Duncan is Canada’s Minister of Science. Learn more about her in our interview series.