This year marks a milestone for Connect Women’s Centres as we proudly celebrate 35 years of advocacy, empowerment, and support for women and girls. To honour this significant anniversary, we are launching a refreshed format for our newsletter.
Each edition will now feature a case study—an in-depth look at real experiences from our clients and our staff. By sharing these stories, we aim to spark meaningful conversations and inspire collective action. Together, we can challenge systemic barriers in education, justice, reporting processes, and push for the change our communities need and deserve.
National Ribbon Skirt Day
04th Jan 2025
Ways to honour National Ribbon Skirt Day:
- Participate in local events to honour the beauty, strength, and resilience of Indigenous women and girls. For instance, the Sipekne’katik First Nation in Nova Scotia has previously celebrated with traditional Mi’kmaw culture.
- Show solidarity by wearing a ribbon skirt, a symbol of identity and survival for Indigenous communities.
Links to websites or resources to reshare/ repost:
National Ribbon Skirt Day website
Actions:
- Share stories of Indigenous women who have made a difference in their communities.
- Organize or participate in local events to celebrate Ribbon Skirt Day.
- Encourage individuals to wear a ribbon skirt to show solidarity with Indigenous culture.
Cervical Cancer Awareness
January 2025 (Whole Month)
Ways to honour Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
- Schedule a Pap test to detect cervical cancer early. The Canadian Cancer Society provides comprehensive information on screening and prevention.
- Learn about the importance of HPV vaccination in preventing cervical cancer. The Canadian Partnership Against Cancer offers resources on eliminating cervical cancer in Canada.
Links to websites or resources to reshare/ repost:
https://www.awarenessdays.com/awareness-days-calendar/national-mentoring-month-2021/
Canadian Cancer Society – Cervical Cancer Information
Canadian Partnership Against Cancer
Actions:
- Share infographics on the importance of cervical screenings and HPV vaccination.
- Encourage people to schedule regular Pap tests and promote vaccination programs.
National Mentoring Month
January 2025 (Whole Month)
Ways to celebrate Mentoring Month
- Support youth in your community by becoming a mentor. Organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada have local chapters across the country.
- Donate or volunteer with mentoring organizations to help them continue their impactful work.
Links to websites or resources to reshare/ repost:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada
National Mentoring Month Website
Actions:
- Share success stories of mentors and mentees.
- Encourage people to get involved by volunteering or donating to mentoring organizations.
Stalking Awareness Month
January 2025 (Whole Month)
Ways to honour Stalking Awareness Month
- Share information about stalking to educate others. The Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime provides resources on this issue.
- Offer support to those affected by stalking and encourage them to seek help from local law enforcement or support services.
Links to websites or resources to reshare/ repost:
https://nationaltoday.com/national-stalking-awareness-month/
https://www.stalkingawareness.org/stalking-awareness-month-2020/#
Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime
National Stalking Awareness Month website
Actions:
- Share educational content and resources about stalking.
- Encourage individuals to seek help if they or someone they know is being stalked.
PCWRSAC Anniversary
04th Jan 2025
Help us celebrate by
- Share a celebratory post highlighting PCWRSAC’s accomplishments.
- Encourage participation in events or programs they are hosting.
Links to websites or resources to reshare/ repost:
Prince County Women’s Resource Centre
https://www.seanfrasermp.ca/news/2016/3/9/lets-keep-the-conversation-going
Bell Let’s Talk Day
22nd Jan 2025
Celebrate Let’s Talk Day by:
- Participate in Bell Let’s Talk Day by sharing messages of support to reduce stigma around mental health.
- Support Mental Health Initiatives: Donate to mental health organizations or participate in local events to promote mental well-being.
Links to websites or resources to reshare/ repost:
Bell Let’s Talk Official Website
Mental Health Resources by CAMH
Actions:
- Participate by sharing messages of support for mental health awareness.
- Donate to mental health initiatives and spread the word about resources available.
Join us in learning, reflecting, and demanding a better future for all women and girls.