🌍 Advocating at the United Nations Human Rights Council🌿 Ingrid Green, Director of Research and Evaluation, had the honor of speaking at the 3rd Meeting of the Second Intersessional Meeting on the Participation of Indigenous Peoples at the UN in Geneva, stating: "As Indigenous women, the issues we face and solutions we hold are intersectional and complex. We must not be limited to participation in only certain spaces. We must honor our sacred responsibility to speak on our own behalf and represent ourselves, our families, and our future generations." 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gsvN4KRc #UnitedNations #IndigenousRights #UNHRC #IndigenousWomenLead #OurVoicesMatter
Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
Political Organizations
Fort William First Nation, Ontario 8,890 followers
A Voice for Indigenous Women's Issues
About us
The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) is a not for profit organization to empower and support all Indigenous women and their families in the province of Ontario through research, advocacy, policy development and programs that focus on local, regional and provincial activities. Our vision is to be a unified voice for equity, equality and justice for Indigenous women through cultural restoration within and across Nations. Established in 1971, ONWA delivers culturally enriched programs and services to Indigenous women and their families regardless of their status or locality. We are committed to providing services that strengthen communities and guarantee the preservation of Indigenous culture, identity, art, language and heritage. Ending violence against Indigenous women and their families and ensuring equal access to justice, education, health services, environmental stewardship and economic development, sit at the cornerstone of the organization. ONWA insists on social and cultural well–being for all Indigenous women and their families, so that all women, regardless of tribal heritage may live their best life.
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https://www.onwa.ca/social
External link for Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
- Industry
- Political Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Fort William First Nation, Ontario
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1971
Locations
Employees at Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
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Andre Morriseau
Communications Manager at Ontario Native Women's Association
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Shelley Marconi
Human Resource Manager @ Ontario Native Women's Association | CHRM
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Maritoni Kostic
Assistant Director - Corporate Services: Accomplished Business Administrator and Strategist
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Joni Nelson
Curriculum Development Specialist | Equity Advocate | Written Communication Strategist | Cheerleader for the Oxford Comma
Updates
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🍂 Please Share! Full-Time Career Opportunity! 🍂 ONWA seeks a Manager, Individual and Major Giving who is a strategic relationship-builder and an empathetic and solution-focused leader. This role requires specialization in fundraising, creative marketing, communications and project management. The Manager, Individual and Major Giving, will nurture existing relationships while developing new donor engagement strategies and relationships across Ontario and Canada. They will solicit diversified donations (individual, corporate, etc.), lead campaigns, and manage donor communications and relations to effectively support ONWA’s purpose and objectives. To learn more about this job, scan the QR code in the poster or click the link below and start your journey with #ONWACareers💜 today! https://lnkd.in/ej3Wj6vh
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🍂 ONWA's Policy team is ever-growing! 🍂 📝 The Policy Analyst will be responsible for policy research, analysis, and development to offer strategic direction, support and advocacy for the ongoing development of culturally relevant policies, legislation, and best practices that positively impact Indigenous women and their families. We encourage YOU to apply and start your journey with #ONWACareers💜 today! 🎉 **Indigenous Women are encouraged to apply. First preference will be given to all qualified Indigenous applicants.** #PolicyAnalyst #RemoteWork #RemoteOpportunity https://lnkd.in/g8f5Eavr
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📅 ONWA’s She Is Wise conference is coming! 📅 🗓 Dates: February 10-12, 2025 📍 Location: Sheraton Fallsview, Niagara Falls, Ontario Join us for a conference filled with empowerment, learning, and connection. More details coming soon! #SheIsWise #SaveTheDate #NiagaraFallsEvents
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🦋 ONWA is offering a series of coffee talks throughout the month of November for Gender Journey's Alumni! 📅 The next event will be taking place on Tuesday October 22, 2024. 📝 Register today: gbrunettiprovenzano@onwa.ca or call (807) 623 - 3442 ext. 8032 Check out upcoming ONWA Events: https://lnkd.in/g8hWQQud
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Protecting our communities is a collective effort! This flu season, get our COVID-19 boosters and flu shots. Embrace the power of prevention – together, we can thrive! #IndigenousHealth #FluSeasonCare
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🌍 ONWA at the United Nations Human Rights Council! 🌿 ONWA is proud to announce our participation in the Second UN Human Rights Council (HRC) Intersessional Meeting! This pivotal event focuses on enhancing Indigenous Peoples' participation in the HRC. We will continue to advocate that the rights of Indigenous women and girls should be represented on a global stage. 🙌 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g-tzzGtg #ONWAAtTheUN #IndigenousRights #UNHRC #Geneva2024 #IndigenousWomensVoices
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The Second intersessional meeting of the Human Rights Council on concrete ways to enhance the participation of Indigenous Peoples in the work of the Council is officially underway! ONWA is honoured to be part of the conversation, ensuring that Indigenous women’s voices are heard when global human rights policies are being shaped. 🌟 Stay tuned for updates from Geneva: https://lnkd.in/g-tzzGtg #IndigenousPeoplesCaucus #IndigenousAdvocacy #UNHRC
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🌟 ONWA is proud to share Indigenous women’s voices at the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council (HRC), advocating for meaningful change and accountability! Learn more and follow ONWA’s journey at the UN: https://lnkd.in/g-tzzGtg #IndigenousWomensVoices #UNHRC #IndigenousLeadership
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✨ ONWA Speaks at the United Nations Human Rights Council ✨ Ingrid Green, Director of Research and Evaluation, ONWA, spoke at the 2nd intersessional meeting of the Human Rights Council (HRC) in Geneva, Switzerland. She spoke on the enhanced participation of Indigenous Peoples in the HRC, highlighting the importance of Indigenous women’s voices in shaping our future, stating: "It is important that Indigenous women speak on our own behalf and represent ourselves, our families, and our future generations. We look forward to continuing to work with the leaders here and at home to further these efforts." Watch her full speech where she shares our vision for Indigenous women's rights and empowerment: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gv8m3UEG #UNHRC #IndigenousWomen #ONWA #IndigenousRights #WomenLeadingChange #OurVoicesMatter