January 2025

Don't Get Mad - Get Organized!

Learn about channeling frustration into community or political action
with local esteemed women and gender-diverse leaders. 

 

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Recent situations in Canada and south of the border may stir frustration, fear, and anger within you. If you are vying for leadership that talks about ideas and solutions over hollow one-liners, and want to prevent the divisive, harmful rhetoric we see in federal and American politics from taking root here in our province, you're not alone.

If you want to take action in your community (through volunteerism, activism, or political leadership) and don’t know where to start, we are here to meet you where you are and help you find your path forward.

Whether you’re new to activism, seeking a community of like-minded individuals, or already involved and just looking for a bit of extra motivation these days, this gathering is for you. It's your opportunity to be part of an important conversation and a movement for positive change.

 

If you’re ready to take the next step, we’ll help you get there.

 

 

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Read the FAQs on our registration page to learn more. 

What to Expect?

Join Equal Voice NL and friends for an informal networking event and two guided conversations with various esteemed local women and gender-diverse leaders, led by activist and Women's Executive Network Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada recipient, Laurabel Mba.

Taking place at the St. John's Farmers Market, our first multi-partisan panel conversation is about turning frustration into action.

Laurabel will be joined by:

• Khadeja Raven Anderson - Founder of Black Lives Matter NL, Owner of Ravensong Consulting, and 2024 CBC Black Changemaker
   
• Sarah Worthman - Founder and Executive Director of the NL Queer Research Initiative, a grassroots organization that was established to develop and collect 2SLGBTQIA+ centered research in Newfoundland and Labrador
   
• Jenn Deon - Founder and Artistic Director of PerSIStence Theatre Company and RBC 2023 Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award Recipient for Social Change
  
  

Followed by an interactive Q&A and a networking/snack break, we will then come back to the second portion of the panel, which focuses on moving from community action to political action.

Laurabel will be joined by:

• Gerry Rogers - Former MHA for St. John's Centre, former Leader of the NL NDP, first openly gay politician elected to NL's legislature, international award-winning documentary filmmaker (40+ times over), and superstar who helped establish the first transition house for women facing violence through her work at the St. John's Women's Centre.
  
  
• Shannie Duff - Former Councillor at Large and Deputy Mayor of St. John's and Former MHA for St. John's Each (both roles she held at the SAME TIME at one point!). Her many awards include the 2001 National Volunteer of the Year for Habitat for Humanity Canada, the Queen's Silver and Golden Jubilee Medals, and, in 2003, the Order of Canada for outstanding community service.
  
  
• Sheilagh O'Leary- Deputy Mayor of St. John's, Artist, Founder of Tickle Swim for Mental Health and 2024 Municipal World Women of Influence in Local Government Award Recipient.

 

This multi-partisan panel will also be followed by an interactive Q&A, with some time at the end to network a bit more and with Equal Voice's help, we will provide you with information and learn more about you to set you up with some next steps.

Whether it's on the ballot or behind the scenes, we need more diversity in all leadership roles. Equal Voice NL is here for you.

 

REGISTER NOW!

Read the FAQs on our registration page to learn more.

 

REGISTER NOW!

Read the FAQs on our registration page to learn more.

November 2024

Women on the Ballot: Celebrating Saskatchewan's 2024 Trailblazers

We’re pleased to invite you to a fun, free reception in Regina, SK, on the evening of Monday, November 25, 2024, during Canadian Western Agribition (CWA). This event aims to recognize and thank all the women who took the step to stand for elected office, whether for a school board, municipal or rural municipal position, or a seat in the provincial legislature.

 

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October 2024

Equal Voice NWT Chapter Kick-Off Event

Introducing the newest Equal Voice Chapter - Equal Voice NWT! Join us for our first gathering to talk about how we can equip residents with the skills and tools they need to run for office - at any level - municipal, Indigenous, territorial, federal, and school boards.

This event is for any women and gender-diverse residents interested in running for political office, supporting a campaign, or just wanting to learn more. Join us for an evening of networking and planning as we explore ways we can support each other.

Questions? Contact Rebecca Alty, [email protected]

 

RSVP

 

September 2024

UBCM Reception

 It is that time of the year again. The annual Equal Voice UBCM reception is back with a very special partner, the Public Affairs Association of BC.

 

Thanks to our sponsors: Public Affairs Association of BC and Coast Communications and Public Affairs

 

Here are the important details: 

Location: Brass Fish Tavern, 385 Burrard Street
Date: Monday, September 16^th
Time: 5:00pm- 7:00pm

Connect with your BC political network and support women and gender-diverse politicians! We hope to see you there!

 

Thank you to our sponsors:

June 2024

BC Reception

In advance of the upcoming provincial election in British Columbia, Equal Voice is hosting a reception with candidates from across the political spectrum looking to run. Join us for an evening of lively conversation and networking with supporters of Equal Voice. We hope to see you there!

Equal Voice is a registered charity dedicated to improving gender representation in Canadian politics by providing leadership training for women and gender diverse people to increase their participation at all levels of Canadian politics. 

If you are interested in sponsoring, or learning more details, please contact Brittney at [email protected] or by phone at (306) 308-0270

March 2024

International Women's Day Event

Equal Voice Toronto is delighted to announce that we will be hosting our supporters on Monday March 4th, 2024 for a celebration of International Women's Day. Attendees will hear from a panel of women involved in Ontario politics across the political spectrum and get an opportunity to discuss the accomplishments of women and gender diverse people with the individuals who have worked to make political landscape more welcoming and inclusive.

October 2023

NDP Convention Reception

The Equal Voice Foundation is pleased to host a hospitality suite at the NDP Convention in Hamilton this Friday at the Gown & Gavel from 6 - 9 pm in partnership with Public Affairs Advisors and World Energy GH2.

 

Join us for a public evening of networking and celebration of women in politics with like-minded individuals over drinks and appetizers. This event is part of our series celebrating women and gender diverse individuals' involvement in all the major political parties.

September 2023

UBCM Reception

We’re glad you can join us for the Equal Voice UBCM reception. 

 

This year we embrace all the names women are called in politics to flip the script. You can call us bossy, we will take the compliment as assertive. Think we’re too opinionated? Well, we have bold ideas to share with the world. 

Connect with your BC political network and bring your dancing shoes. 

 

Here are the important details: 

Monday, September 18th 

6 PM- 9 PM 

Brass Fish, 385 Burrard Street

Equal Voice Foundation Hospitality Suite

The Equal Voice Foundation is pleased to host a hospitality suite at the Conservative Party Convention in Quebec City this September.

Join us at the Hilton Quebec at 8:30pm for a public evening of networking and celebration of women in politics with like-minded individuals over drinks and appetizers.

May 2023

An Evening at the Met

In partnership with Sussex Strategy Group, and the Forest Products Association of Canada, the Equal Voice Foundation will co-host a public evening at the Metropolitain Brasserie.  We hope you will be able to join us!

 

Register Here

 

 

April 2022

Join Us!

Over the past two years, Equal Voice and the Equal Voice Foundation have seen tremendous improvements to gender representation at all levels of government across Canada. Notably, achieving near gender parity in the BC legislature, and reaching 30% of women MPs in the House of Commons. While we have been unable to celebrate these accomplishments over the last two years, we are finally excited to celebrate these milestones and the contributions that women in politics have made to improve the lives of Canadians.

In partnership with Equal Voice BC, the Equal Voice Foundation is hosting an in-person reception to celebrate the triumph of women politicians in BC and recognize all the steps that we've made towards gender parity.