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Join us in our discussion of gender issues. Divergent opinions are welcome, but please be aware of our comments policy when posting.
What A Race It Was: Councillor Esslinger’s thoughts on the Ward 12 by-election
Proud! I feel very proud about the campaigns that several smart and strong women ran in the Ward 12 by-election. First of all, they put their names forward and ran for public office.That takes courage and the willingness to put themselves out there. I remember the first time I saw my name on campaign signs and
Women’s Issues and the Ward 12 By-election: The Candidates Have Their Say
We asked Ward 12 candidates their thoughts on the key issues facing women in our city. Here are their thoughts.
Young, Loud and Politically Ambitious: Marina Banister on Young Women and Leadership
City of Edmonton Youth Council Chair, Marina Banister, shares her thoughts on leadership, and why young women are needed in community engagement.
Ward 12 From a Woman’s Eye: A Millwoods resident gives her perspective on the by-election
The Ward 12 by-election is hotly contested with more than 30 candidates. Hear from one resident, Nisha Patel, about the issues she thinks need to be addressed for this community.
Mirror Image: On Body Image, Eating Disorders and Recovery
WAVE Member Meghana Valupadas shares her personal story of struggling with body image and eating disorders.
Changing Roles, Changing Identities: WAVE’s Dawn Newton on Staying Home With Her Kids
WAVE Member Dawn Newton has always been career-focused. But she recently made the decision to stay home with her family instead. Hear her views on her changing identity in this touching and personal blog.
The Poet Princess, Changing our City with Words
The City of Edmonton’s 5th poet Laureate Mary Pinkoski, and Edmonton’s Youth Poet Laureate Charlotte Cranston, closed out the 2015 Women’s Symposium with the power of words.
Edmonton Women Celebrate Leadership and Community
October 3, 2015 was an important day for Women’s Initiative Edmonton. More than 300 people came together for the third Women’s Symposium, exploring the themes of leadership and community.
On Women, Elections and Respect: Why women need to vote in this federal election
Why do more women need to vote in the federal election? Jackie Foord, our WAVE Committee Chair, shares her perspectives on women, elections and respect.
