The Tealight Mason Jar Workshop
Join Us for a Creative Afternoon!
We’re thrilled to invite all immigrant and newcomer women to our Tea Light Mason Jar Workshop in Bridgewater, hosted in partnership with Second Story Women's Center.
Date: Wednesday, September 21st
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: The Margaret Hennigar Library, 135 North Park St, Bridgewater
Come craft beautiful tea light mason jars with us, enjoy refreshments, win exciting prizes, and connect with others in the community. Whether you’re a crafting pro or just looking to try something new, this event is all about fun and connection!
This workshop is part of the Circle of Women project, dedicated to empowering newcomer women by providing the tools and support they need to thrive.
Interested in volunteering or have questions? Email us at projects@imwah.org.
*Follow this link for free tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../the-tealight-mason-jar... **
We can't wait to see you there!
Navigating Finances: A Series for Newcomer Women (SYDNEY)
Join us on September 28th at the Frank Rudderham Family YMCA on 399 Charlotte Street, Sydney, Cape Breton, from 10AM-12PM for a free introduction to managing your finances and understanding the basics of money management in Canada. This event is open to all newcomer women, regardless of immigration status. Enjoy coffee and refreshments, connect with others, and have the chance to win prizes. We look forward to seeing you there!
Her Peace of Mind: A Newcomer Women's Mental Health Workshop (Truro)
Join us on August 31st from 10 AM to 12:30 PM at the Rath Eastlink Community Centre in Truro for a Newcomer Women's Mental Health Workshop. This event is specially designed to support and uplift newcomer women as they navigate the complexities of mental health in a new environment. Our guest speaker, Alexandra Habib-Atal, a Chilean-Lebanese Canadian psychologist with extensive experience in the clinical field of psychology, will share valuable insights and strategies for maintaining mental well-being.
Enjoy refreshments, connect with others in a welcoming space, and enter to win exciting prizes! This is a great opportunity to prioritize your mental health and strengthen your sense of community.
Link for free tickets found here: Click Here
Her Peace of Mind: A Newcomer Women's Mental Health Workshop
Join us on August 18th from 1-3 PM at the Halifax Central Library in the RBC Room for a Newcomer Women's Mental Health Workshop. This special event is designed to support and empower newcomer women as they navigate the unique challenges of settling in a new country. Our guest speaker, Shannon Hardy, a registered social worker and consultant with over 20 years of experience in trauma-informed care, will lead an insightful session focused on mental well-being.
Enjoy refreshments, connect with others in a supportive environment, and enter to win exciting prizes! Don't miss this opportunity to prioritize your mental health and build a stronger community together.
Link for free tickets found here: Click Here
Birds of a Feather: Immigrant Women's Free Birdhouse Painting Workshop
Date: Saturday, July 6th, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Douglas Street Rec Centre, 40 Douglas Street, Truro NS
Event Overview:
We are thrilled to invite first-generation immigrant and migrant women residing in Colchester County to our Birdhouse Painting Workshop, part of the Circle of Women project. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other women and create beautiful art.
What's Included:
Free Participation: This workshop is completely free of charge.
Prizes: Participants have the chance to win grocery gift cards.
Refreshments: Complimentary refreshments will be provided.
Who Can Attend:
This event is open exclusively to first-generation immigrant and migrant women residing in Colchester County.
Join us for a delightful morning of painting and socializing. We look forward to seeing you there!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at projects@imwah.org
Register Now: Click Here
Circle of Women Peer Support Group (Halifax) June
Mark your calendars as we host a special vase painting workshop focused on fostering friendships and creating connections. This workshop serves as the inaugural session for the Immigrant Migrant Women's Peer Support Group 2024-2025 under the Circle of Women project. We extend a warm invitation to all immigrant and migrant women to join us for this event. We can't wait to have you with us!
When: Saturday, June 1 2024, 11:00 AM- 1:30 PM
Where: Halifax Central Library, RBC Learning Room
Cost: FREE
If you need assistance with transportation or childcare costs, please email us at projects@imwah.org and/or text/call/WhatsApp at 902-580-2678
𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟑𝐫𝐝, 𝟕:𝟎𝟎-𝟖:𝟬𝟎𝐩𝐦
𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐌𝐖𝐀𝐇 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞!
Register here: https://forms.gle/rrGMbx6KzFY9LU3X7
A raffle draw will be arranged after the event for one participant to receive a $50 gift card and a premium quality Leuchtturm notebook embossed with IMWAH logo.
Office of Equity and Anti-Racism Initiatives is planning a series of Virtual consultation session to seek feedback on the proposed Equity and Anti-Racism Legislation. This Bill is planned for introduction at the spring session of the Legislative Assembly.
On Thursday, February 3rd, 7:00-8:00pm, representatives from the OEA will organize a session for the IMWAH community to seek feedback on this important matter. The session is 1.5 hour long and will introduce participants to the Office's mandate, the Legislation's objectives and followed by a moderated Q&A. It will be facilitated by:
- Mr. DeRico Symonds (Senior Executive Advisor to the Deputy Minister),
- Mr. Jude Gerrard (Strategic Engagement Advisor, OEA), and
- Mr. Mohammad Ehsan (Special Advisor, OEA).
Your voice is important. We hope to see you there!
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
Brunch, Learn and Advice
The Immigrant Migrant Women’s Association in collaboration with the department of African Nova Scotia Affairs invites members of the Latin American community in Nova Scotia to a Brunch, Learn and Advice Event to introduce to you the Race-Based Data Collection Project.
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
Brunch, Learn and Advice
The Immigrant Migrant Women’s Association in collaboration with the department of African Nova Scotia Affairs invites members of the Latin American community in Nova Scotia to a Brunch, Learn and Advice Event to introduce to you the Race-Based Data Collection Project.
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
Brunch, Learn and Advice
The Immigrant Migrant Women’s Association in collaboration with the department of African Nova Scotia Affairs invites members of the Latin American community in Nova Scotia to a Brunch, Learn and Advice Event to introduce to you the Race-Based Data Collection Project.
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
AGM 2021
Dear women, partners and community,
Please join IMWAH's AGM and Strategic Plan Launch on Saturday October 30th, 3:00-4:30pm via ZOOM!
Registration via the link below:
https://forms.gle/ucWZv3sTvEKtVGZ18
We look forward to seeing and updating you on what IMWAH has accomplished this year.
Come for the whole event or drop in for a part of it. We would love to see you!
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
Brunch, Learn and Advice
Dear Latin American Community in Nova Scotia,
The Immigrant Migrant Women’s Association in collaboration with the department of African Nova Scotia Affairs invites you to a Brunch, Learn and Advice Event to introduce to you the Race-Based Data Collection Project.
Click here to register:
https://forms.gle/TabL9umNqGj47mRo6
You can attend the following sessions:
11:00 am -12:30 pm, October 17th, 2021 | Community Centre Space at the Canada Games Centre, 26 Thomas Raddall Dr, Halifax
These community consultations events are an opportunity for you to tell the Department of Health and Wellness what you think and feel about the Race-based Data Collection Tool the government of Nova Scotia will be using when you access health care services
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
Brunch, Learn and Advice
Dear Latin American Community in Nova Scotia,
The Immigrant Migrant Women’s Association in collaboration with the department of African Nova Scotia Affairs invites you to a Brunch, Learn and Advice Event to introduce to you the Race-Based Data Collection Project.
Click here to register:
https://forms.gle/TabL9umNqGj47mRo6
You can attend one of the following sessions:
11:00 am -12:30 pm, October 3rd, 2021 | Project Room, Museum of Natural History, 1747 Summer St, Halifax
11:00 am -12:30 pm, October 17th, 2021 | Bedford Location TBD
These community consultations events are an opportunity for you to tell the Department of Health and Wellness what you think and feel about the Race-based Data Collection Tool the government of Nova Scotia will be using when you access health care services
Art and Storytelling
In partnership with Understory Magazine and the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice, IMWAH is inviting 12 self-identified immigrant and migrant women to explore the topic of personal or given names through creative writing.
The project will be hosted on ZOOM from 7-9pm on Wednesdays between September 29th - December 1st, 2021.
This is a closed session for registered participants only.
Brunch, Learn and Advice
Dear Latin American Community in Nova Scotia,
The Immigrant Migrant Women’s Association in collaboration with the department of African Nova Scotia Affairs invites you to a Brunch, Learn and Advice Event to introduce to you the Race-Based Data Collection Project.
Click here to register:
https://forms.gle/TabL9umNqGj47mRo6
You can attend one of the following sessions:
11:00 am -12:30 pm, September 26th, 2021 | 20 Boathouse Ln, Dartmouth
11:00 am -12:30 pm, October 3rd, 2021 | Project Room, Museum of Natural History, 1747 Summer St, Halifax
11:00 am -12:30 pm, October 17th, 2021 | Bedford Location TBD
These community consultations events are an opportunity for you to tell the Department of Health and Wellness what you think and feel about the Race-based Data Collection Tool the government of Nova Scotia will be using when you access health care services
Inclusive Education Forum Session 3
Registration: https://forms.gle/ujxub6fNivYyU9jK6
Question: imwahprojects@gmail.com | 902-957-8487
Art Therapy Session for Children (IMWSG)
Art Therapy Session for Children
*This session is open for Immigrant Migrant Women’s Support Group Participants only
Join us for a creative session designed to engage children in an intentional and mindful way.
Art Therapist: Evie Dunville
Time: 10:30am, May 29th, Saturday
Location: ZOOM
Registration
imwahprojects@gmail.com
902 957 8487
Inclusive Education Forum Session 2
Registration: https://forms.gle/ujxub6fNivYyU9jK6
Question: imwahprojects@gmail.com | 902-957-8487