Reflection
Op-Ed: To effectively address sexual and gender-based violence in conflict and emergency settings, we must empower local women’s rights organizations
As we mark this year’s 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence, CARE Canada is calling for a more systematic approach to supporting and recognizing the roles women and girls play in actively responding to crises.
Read MoreInterning at CARE Canada
Sharon Roy shares her experience as an international development student who interned with CARE Canada’s Marketing and Communications team from September-December, 2019.
Read MoreThe Giving Season
And here we are already. After waking up under our first fresh morning blanket of snow last week and icing my lungs with the first deep clear breaths of winter, I am reminded that the giving season is right around the corner.
Read MoreElection 2019: Resources to inform your vote
With just a few days until the federal election, you’re likely mulling over how you can vote for the issues you care about most. International assistance, immigration and climate change have made many headlines in the context of the election – so let’s review some of the facts.
Read MoreCARE Canada President and CEO on #TogetherForHerFuture campaign
With your support, we can operate safe spaces for women and girls, can help girls get back to school and can work with communities to unleash waves of change that will continue to grow for generations to come.
Read MoreUnlikely (and amazing!) travel destinations
CARE works in over 94 countries around the world, which makes for some very knowledgeable and well-traveled staff! We asked colleagues from our local offices to recommend some must-see places in the countries they work in, and to maybe even inspire you when you’re planning your next trip.
Read MoreReflecting on Women Deliver
Hosted in Vancouver, this year’s Women Deliver conference brought together 8000 people from 165 countries around the world. Attendees brought with them an ambition to disrupt the imbalance of power that fuels marginalization, injustice and poverty through ideas, solutions, and partnerships that will transform the lives of women and girls.
Read MoreThe Power of Community
While I was fortunate enough to be raised by an upper middle class family in Montreal, I’ve known the struggle of making ends meet as an adult.
Read MoreEmpowering generations of women with CARE
“When I look back on my life, I want to be remembered as someone who created spaces for opportunities. Through supporters like you and me, CARE is providing a different model to the poorest people on the planet.”
Read MoreRemembering CARE Packages, and paying it forward
After more than half a century, Helga still remembers the joy of opening that package to reveal the special items within. There were necessities like milk powder and canned meat, as well as coffee and clean clothing. She felt special, excited and cared for.
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