Women's Economic Council

Shape the Theme of Our Next Conference! Each year, the Women's Economic Council brings together voices from across the community to tackle critical issues impacting women's economic security. This year's conference, part of Gender-Based Analysis and Intersectionality Week in May, spotlighted the theme of Solidarity Economy. We want to hear from YOU again! Your input will help us set the agenda for our 2025 conference. Share your thoughts and shape the conversation by taking our quick survey here: https://lnkd.in/gNfCahkr Let’s continue to drive change together!

Join us in celebrating Rosalind Lockyer, our esteemed past board member and co-founder of the Women's Economic Council! Rosalind has been named a finalist for the 2024 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards in the Social Change Award: National Impact category. Her remarkable impact on the women’s entrepreneurship ecosystem over the decades has been truly inspiring. We are proud to partner with PARO Centre For Women's Enterprise, an organization she leads, in supporting women entrepreneurs. Congratulations, Rosalind!

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Charity begins with compassion and the belief that we can make a difference in the lives of others. On this #InternationalDayOfCharity, we recognize the power of giving—whether it's time, resources, or support. Every act of kindness helps build a stronger, more equitable community for all.

Empower your leadership journey with our EDI-focused learning streams! Whether you're a senior leader aiming to accelerate inclusion in your organization or a woman (non-binary) from an equity-deserving group looking to excel in leadership roles, we've got you covered. Choose from two comprehensive streams designed for flexible, at-your-own-pace learning. Registration is open until September 12, 2024—don’t miss this opportunity to earn your completion certificate and make a lasting impact. https://lnkd.in/eVtEsSpi Stream 1 modules cover the following topics: ● Reframing the way we think about Gender, Diversity & Inclusion ● Examining Unconscious Bias and Microaggressions ● Allyship & Active Engagement ● Inclusive Recruitment Strategies ● Inclusion Retention Strategies ● GEDI Change Management Stream 2 modules cover the following topics: ● Introduction to Co-operatives ● Co-operative Governance ● Member Engagement ● Financial Literacy ● Governance Compliance & Risk Management ● Inclusive Leadership ● Cultivating Accountability Practices ● Communication & Self Advocacy ● Challenges and Opportunities for Women (non-binary) on Boards. Classes start on September 16, 2024. Let’s lead inclusively, together! #Leadership #Inclusion #EDILearning #WomenInLeadership"

On #WomensEqualityDay, we celebrate the strides made toward gender equality while recognizing the work that still lies ahead. At the Women's Economic Council we are committed to empowering marginalized women through economic opportunities, education, and advocacy. Together, we can create a world where every woman has the resources and support she needs to thrive. ✨ #EqualityForAll #EconomicEmpowerment #WomensRights"

🚨 New Study Sheds Light on Economic Barriers Faced by Canadian Muslim Women 🚨 A recent national employment study by the Canadian Council of Muslim Women (CCMW) reveals a persistent challenge: Canadian Muslim women are significantly less likely to be employed full-time compared to their non-Muslim peers, despite often holding higher educational qualifications. Read the full study report here: https://lnkd.in/gmqPm76d #WomensEconomicSecurity #DiversityEquityInclusion #WorkplaceEquality #CanadianWorkforce

Empowering Women, Strengthening Communities: Discover the transformative impact of our projects on advancing women's economic security and opportunity. This year, we continued supporting the 50-30 Challenge participants and launched a training pilot in partnership with 23 organizations. The Gender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (GEDI) pilot featured two targeted training streams designed to enhance leadership and operational skills in GEDI principles. The outcomes have been highly positive, with a comprehensive evaluation showing significant progress towards the 50-30 Challenge, as over half of the participating organizations reported achieving their diversity targets. #WomenEmpowerment #GenderEquity #FeministEconomy #DiversityAndInclusion #MentorshipMatters #BreakingBarriers #InclusiveGrowth #EconomicInclusion #EquityForAll #ThinkWomen #StrengthBasedMentorship #RacializedNewcomerWomen #CapacityBuilding #HackathonForChange #CommunityImpact

Empowering Women, Strengthening Communities: Discover the transformative impact of our projects on advancing women's economic security and opportunity. Think Women aimed to build a peer network that promoted a feminist economy in Canada by enhancing collaboration and capacity among organizations supporting equity-deserving women. A highlight of our efforts was the "Breaking Barriers" conference, which engaged 437 attendees in workshops and panels to address systemic oppression and promote inclusive growth. Through capacity building, we strengthened the governance, financial development, and strategic planning of small to medium organizations, improving their ability to serve their communities. The Think Women project’s impact extended broadly through our online community hub, webinars, and national gatherings, reaching over 1,200 unique users and facilitating knowledge sharing among professionals. #WomenEmpowerment #GenderEquity #FeministEconomy #DiversityAndInclusion #MentorshipMatters #BreakingBarriers #InclusiveGrowth #EconomicInclusion #EquityForAll #ThinkWomen #StrengthBasedMentorship #RacializedNewcomerWomen #CapacityBuilding #HackathonForChange #CommunityImpact

Empowering Women, Strengthening Communities: Discover the transformative impact of our projects on advancing women's economic security and opportunity. The Her Mentors Project (2022-2024), funded by IRCC, focused on best practices in mentoring racialized newcomer women (RNW) with an emphasis on gender and intersectionality for full inclusion. WEC implemented a customized, antiracist, strength-based mentorship model to connect RNW with experienced mentors, enhancing their professional opportunities and fostering economic inclusion. In 2023, WEC conducted three national hackathons with experts to develop inclusive and effective mentorship strategies, addressing specific challenges and exploring scalable solutions to shape the project's strategic direction. Ongoing research, involving over 100 organizations and participants, deepened our understanding of RNW's labor market barriers and provided employment opportunities and mentorship experiences to advance their careers. Moving forward, lessons from this project will guide the evolution of our mentorship program, ensuring it remains adaptive, inclusive, and impactful. WEC is committed to refining these strategies to better serve women in Canada, particularly those from equity-seeking groups. #WomenEmpowerment #GenderEquity #FeministEconomy #DiversityAndInclusion #MentorshipMatters #BreakingBarriers #InclusiveGrowth #EconomicInclusion #EquityForAll #ThinkWomen #StrengthBasedMentorship #RacializedNewcomerWomen