Amid a climate crisis and conflict, hunger persists.
In partnership with the @humcoalition, all donations by Canadian individuals to our response in #EastAfrica until June 30, 2023, will be matched by the @canadadev, up to a maximum of $5 million.
Give: https://t.co/ARqACgV9DL
The Government of Canada will match individuals’ donations to @humcoalition made from May 1 to June 30, 2023, to a maximum of $5 million in response to the conflict, climate and hunger crisis in East Africa. #HumanitarianFunds#ClimateChange#ConflictImpact
Honouring refugees!
To prepare for #WorldRefugeeDay on June 20th, we invite you and your church to use a special set of resources – which includes educational and worship ideas – to grow in knowledge and recognition of global refugees.
🧰: https://t.co/xVQ3uTsX8f
Madagascar is experiencing severe drought resulting in failed crops and loss of income for many. However, local fishermen are teaching communities new techniques and skills to rebuild their livelihoods through programs facilitated by @SAF_FJKM, local partner of @WorldRenewCan
Fatama is a woman of hope!
After her husband's passing, she was unjustly forced to marry his younger brother and give up her land. But, her rural community in #SierraLeone adopted new land rights laws and she retained her property!
Read more: https://t.co/1l4EaVeRl8
Yesterday, it was announced that foreign aid will be cut by 15% from $8.15B to $6.88B in Canada's 2023 budget.
Now, more than ever, your support matters to continue to bring Christ's hope to communities worldwide.
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Federal Budget 2023 undermines Canada’s standing in the world, as government backpedals on aid commitment, says coalition of 90 NGOs.
Read the full news release ⬇️⬇️⬇️:
https://t.co/b7lBhEYzdf
#BudgetDay2023
In the wake of recent extreme weather, we are responding to #TropicalCycloneFreddy.
In Malawi alone, over 40,500 households have been displaced as heavy rain and strong winds washed out homes and roadways. Please pray for those affected.
Learn more: https://t.co/3s7cInHlcK
What an honour it was for our staff to attend this reception, and to learn and walk alongside fellow Canadians in pursuit of gender equality!
📷: Kagwiria, Martina, and fellow @ocictweets delegates with Hon. Marci Ien in the second photo.
Last night, Canada hosted a reception for its delegates attending #UNCSW67.
This annual reception is an important opportunity for Canadian delegates to come together, exchange ideas, and collaborate on issues related to gender equality and women’s rights.
@BobRae48
Full room today at our Side Event at #CSW67!
Thanks to the speakers, the partners, and the participants that helped shape this meaningful conversation around digital access for #women and #girls in all their diversity!
#TheRoad2Equality
Praying over the conversations, learning, and opportunities that will come out of #CSW67 this week. We're honoured to represent alongside many other wonderful organizations and individuals!
We're headed to #CSW67 in New York with this fantastic delegate team! We're looking forward to connecting with NGOs and CSOs working toward gender equality and beyond.
We are excited to have Jamie McIntosh as the new Executive Director of World Renew in Canada!
“I’m excited to serve with World Renew, joining families courageously at work rekindling hope and reconciling lives in their communities,” Jamie shares.
🗞️: https://t.co/kb8GYZxGuP
Following earthquakes in #Türkiye and #Syria, we are working to assess the needs of communities and determine how we can best bring Christ’s hope to those left most vulnerable.
Please give to support immediate and long-term disaster response efforts.
https://t.co/tvP2nSUFVK
Early this morning, #Turkey, #Syria and the surrounding areas were hit by 2 major earthquakes. We are currently assessing the needs of the most vulnerable and will provide updates to our response soon.
Please keep those who are injured and their families in your prayers.
When Hurricane Fiona hit Canada's Atlantic provinces last September, the outpouring of love and generosity from our community was tremendous.
In response, we have partnered with two local ministries in Nova Scotia to support relief efforts.
Read more: https://t.co/MLWi73s6mf
In southern Madagascar where drought is having a devastating impact on food access, Church of Jesus Christ (SAF/FJKM) is supporting people experiencing hunger with cash transfers and rice distributions. We're grateful to be supporting this great work, along with @WorldRenewCan 🙌
A Christian response to hunger – the @WorldRenewCan response 🙌 #strongertogether
Missed our interview this week with Foodgrains exec. director @HarringtonAndy and World Renew acting exec. director Kenneth Kim?
Catch up here ➡️ https://t.co/9hOc7ewT7U
In Nigeria, ZOA (partnering w/ @WorldRenewCan) is working in Borno State to help families provide food for themselves, including supporting women who want to start and run successful small businesses.
The average small business earns a 13,350 NGN ($41 CAD) profit per month 🙏
On this #HumanRightsDay, we reflect on the past #16DaysOfActivism and come away with a renewed energy to act and advocate on behalf of those experiencing gender-based violence. Let’s strive to uphold the human rights of those around us with dignity and respect.
Last year our team in #Zambia worked with local partners to reach over 400,000 people through radio discussions about #16DaysOfActivism and gender-based violence. This year, they are excited to be participating in 8 radio discussions to further their advocacy and national reach.