Up For Debate: A Citizen Forum on Women’s Rights

up for debateYou are invited to learn more about the Up For Debate campaign, a national call for all political parties to make meaningful commitments to change women’s lives for the better.

As part of this Canada-wide conversation, BC alliance members are hosting an interactive event with Aboriginal leader Fay Blaney, Marjorie Griffin Cohen, Professor of Economics at SFU, and Janet Austin, Executive Director at YWCA. This an opportunity to learn more about the key issues faced by women and girls in Canada today, contribute to identifying solutions, and connect with others.

Date: Saturday, April 11, 2015
Time: 11:30 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Vancouver Public Library, 350 W Georgia St, Alice MacKay Room

We are calling on all citizens to engage in identifying solutions for the most pressing issues affecting women through this event and beyond.

Up For Debate is an alliance of over 160 organizations across the country representing more than 5 million Canadians. We want to see party leaders explain how they plan to build a more equal Canada for us all, and make meaningful commitments to change women’s lives for the better, at home and around the world. This must start with a nationally broadcast leaders’ debate on issues identified by women.

Child minding / Information tables / Light snacks will be provided

The event is free to attend, however, but please register in advance. All are welcome!