Naughty and Nice: A Sexual Health Night
Get ready for a fun, free, and informative evening where we’ll talk all things sexual health! Join us at the Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre (multi-purpose room) on Thursday, February 13 from 4–7:30 PM, hosted by the Immigrant Migrant Women’s Association of Halifax (IMWAH), Second Story Women’s Center, and South Shore Sexual Health.
This event is your chance to have real conversations about relationships and sexual health, and get expert answers to all your burning questions in a safe and inclusive space.
Here’s what’s happening:
🍲 Supper by Mama Joy’s
📚 Presentation by South Shore Sexual Health
🎉 Trivia with prizes from Venus Envy
Details:
Who can attend? This event is 18+ and is intended for immigrant women and gender-diverse folk.
Wear your pinks and reds! We can’t wait to see you there—come join the conversation! 💃
Navigating Finances and Workers' Rights: A Series for Newcomers
Join us on Saturday, November 23rd at the King's County Family Resource Center (KCFRC) for a free and informative workshop on workers' rights and financial literacy basics.
This workshop is open to all newcomers in Canada. Learn about basic workers' rights with the Immigrant Migrant Women's Association of Halifax (IMWAH), followed by valuable financial tips from Money Path Atlantic.
Lunch, prizes, and refreshments will be provided for all to enjoy, and children are welcome!
Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow in a supportive environment.
IMWAH Girls Night
This free event is designed for immigrant women in Halifax to enjoy a fun-filled evening of connection and empowerment. We will start with an energetic Zumba session, followed by a delicious dinner and an engaging sexual health presentation.
You’ll have the chance to win exciting prizes through trivia and other giveaways. Join us on November 17th at 6 PM at 989 Young Ave, Halifax, for a night to remember! This event is a great opportunity to socialize, learn, and have a blast in a supportive, women-only environment.
Presented by IMWAH, Halifax Sexual Health Centre, and partners, this event is part of the Circle of Women initiative.
Food Tips, Dinner & Chat
Looking to stretch your grocery budget and enjoy a meal together? Join us for the Food Tips, Dinner & Chat event on November 12 at Second Story Women's Center! This engaging evening will include preparing a delicious, budget-friendly meal and sharing tips on how to make your food shopping go further. Plus, you'll get to take home leftovers for your family along with a recipe postcard featuring local food resources.
This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, learn helpful grocery shopping strategies, and enjoy a fun, community-focused dinner. Don’t miss out on this chance to enjoy good food and great company!
Date and Time:
November 12, 2024
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location:
Second Story Women's Center
Navigating Finances: A Series for Newcomer Women (Virtual)
Join us for a virtual financial literacy workshop on October 23rd from 7PM-8:30, open to all newcomer women across Nova Scotia, regardless of immigration status. This free session will introduce you to managing your finances and understanding the basics of money management in Canada. Enjoy the flexibility of joining from the comfort of your home while connecting with others. Plus, there will be opportunities to win prizes! We look forward to seeing you online!"
Her Peace of Mind Kentville: A Newcomer Women's Mental Health Workshop
Join us on October 12th for a virtual mental health workshop tailored for newcomer women, facilitated by Shannon Hardy, a registered social worker in Nova Scotia. This event will offer valuable insights on mental health and well-being in a safe and supportive space. Participants will also have the chance to win exciting prizes! The event is free, and a Zoom link will be sent out prior to the workshop.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and prioritize your mental health.
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!
Navigating Finances: A Series for Newcomer Women (Virtual)
Join us online on September 19th at 5:30pm for a free introduction to managing your finances and understanding the basics of money management in Canada. This virtual event is open to all newcomer women, regardless of immigration status. Connect with others, enjoy a relaxed learning environment, and have the chance to win a gift card! We look forward to seeing you there!
The Tealight Mason Jar Workshop
Join us in Bridgewater for a fun Tea Light Mason Jar workshop for immigrant and newcomer women. Create, connect, and light up your space!
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.