RNSWN

The Rights of Non-Status Women's Network is a network of agencies & community members in Toronto addressing barriers to services faced by non-status women.

[RNSWN @RNSWNetwork]

Our network is beaming to see two of our original/early members recognized by @YWCAToronto 's #YWCAWOD awards. For the past 15 years of our network, @loly_rico and @DeepaMattoo have worked tirelessly to advocate with/for #nonstatuswomen in our communities. #GBV #CanFem 💐💐💐

[YWCA Toronto @YWCAToronto]

#Savethedate for our 41st Women of Distinction Awards Gala at the Fairmont Royal York on June 9th. We will celebrate the achievements of 8 extraordinary women and raise vital funds for our programs. Buy your 🎟️ today. #YWCAWOD https://t.co/OzExmOQLw8

[Butterfly @ButterflyCSW]

The Centre for Feminist Research will host an Asian Heritage Month event
“Municipal Bylaws and Anti-Asian Racism: From Past to Present”

Date: May 30, 2022
Time: 12:00-13:30 EST (Online)
Registration: https://t.co/HdTUYWqeJb

[Schlifer Clinic @schliferclinic]

Please join @DeepaMattoo, @AlexiWood, & @calliecochrane on Mar 17 @ 4 pm for #ANDMETOO: Leveling the Ground, the Clinic's parallel event at @NGO_CSW_NY To register: https://t.co/aRHoWgzttr

[Pam Palmater @Pam_Palmater]

TODAY! 4pm EST Join @NGO_CSW_NY panel on defending mother earth & why we need to support Indigenous women land defenders & water protectors hosted by @_ONWA_ chaired by @CoraONWA with @AutumnPeltier1 @WinonaLaduke Sheila Watt-Cloutier, Judy DaSilva & me! https://t.co/WTrsuZN7ZT

[Access Alliance MHCS @AccessAlliance]

For our 5th session of the Newcomers Cooking Together – Brain Health Edition program we we didn't cook together; instead, each of us shared a colorful recipe of our own. The goal was to find ways to #eatarainbow of fruits and veg in our meals over the week. #brainfood

[Butterfly @ButterflyCSW]

Voices from Massage Parlour Workers and Sex Workers- part 2
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Today is the one year of Atlanta spa shootings, we will be hosting a virtual vigil for the 8 lives and other victims who suffered under the systemic oppression across Canada and America tomorrow, 7pm- 8:30pm EST.

[Butterfly @ButterflyCSW]

#8LivesVigil #8Lives #AtlantaShooting

RSVP link: https://t.co/RT2updZoKh

[Butterfly @ButterflyCSW]

EST. In this event, massage parlour workers will share the voices and their experiences. Allies are also invited to speak about the ongoing support for massage parlour workers and sex workers. This online event will be held on Zoom with Chinese interpretation available.

[Butterfly @ButterflyCSW]

Voices from Massage Parlour Workers and Sex Workers!
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As the anniversary of Atlanta spa shootings is approaching, we will be hosting a virtual vigil for the 8 lives and other victims who suffered under the systemic oppression across Canada and America on March 17th, 7pm- 8:30pm

[Migrant Workers Centre @MWC_BC]

Happy International Women’s Day!✊🏽✊🏾✊🏼Did you know that 8th March marks the day in 1911 when migrant women workers fought for their rights after a tragic garment factory fire? MWC wants to honour women around the world fighting today for safe & fair working conditions for all!

[Campaign 2000 @Campaign2000]

Our National Director @leilasarangi spent this women's day in a roundtable discussion with Minister @cafreeland and women from organizations around 🇨🇦

Leila presented on income security, which includes access/expansion of CCB, CERB amnesty & income benefits for non-taxfilers.

[OCASI - Initiative to End Gender-Based Violence @OCASIGBV]

Sign up for our upcoming Advocacy Workshop Friday March 11 2-4 EST in collaboration with the Institute for Change Leaders.

Registration link and further details below:

[Deepa Mattoo @DeepaMattoo]

👇🏽Mother is entitled to damages of $150,000 in relation to the family violence she experienced during the marriage. Justice Mandhane’s decision takes into account of the long-term coercive control and violence experienced#breakthebias #genderbasedviolence https://t.co/uZpisWrgUZ

[Deepa Mattoo @DeepaMattoo]

Gratitude @RNSWNetwork it’s an honour and a privilege to be recognized plus receiving this award with @LolyRico who has been a force of change for non-status, refugee and immigrant communities.

[Sara Asalya @saraAsalya]

We r celebrating #IWD2022 a little early this year with a fireside chat w/ @erika_cas . In this special edition of Sister2Sister forums, we learn about Erika's story as the daughter of an immigrant family & about her journey to become the 1st 🇨🇦 to win the Survivor. Info ⬇️

[Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work @UofT_FIFSW]

Save the Date! "Silos and Silences: Shedding Light on Child Welfare and Immigration Status," March 4, 2:00pm-5:00pm EST / 11:00am-2:00pm PST

Presented by the Border(ing) Practices project and community partners, via Zoom:

https://t.co/xl4hUaGHOi #SocialWork #FIFSW #UofT

[BLAC Ontario @BLAC_Ontario]

CCWS (@collectiveofcws) is excited to announce that the individual advocacy support program is now available to children, youth, & families! If you or someone you know/are supporting is dealing with child welfare/protection and needs support, please visit: https://t.co/OMLe9UYG1S

[Newcomer Students' Association @NewStudentsCA]

We are thrilled to annouce the launch of the Immigrant Women's National Network! The demand has never been greater to create such a platform to represent the interests of immigrant & refugee women and advocate for their needs. Join us! https://t.co/c4rqXeLyCi

[RNSWN @RNSWNetwork]

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[Robyn Maynard @policingblack]

Losing bell hooks is just too much.