Whiwh-Ipf Project

04/08/2024

Who else is missing the IPF Project?! We are!! Here is a few highlights of our IPF Conference with our community members and leaders! A time was had! With great food was enjoyed and important conversations discussed! Hopefully we an all meet again and continue empowering together! A special Thank You to for being part of the space and adding to the goal and vision!

03/23/2024

03/20/2024

TB is an infectious disease caused by bacteria spread through the air when someone with contagious TB coughs, sneezes, sings or talks. It mainly affects the lungs and airways but can also affect other parts of the body. TB is diagnosed using a combination of tests that can include:

tuberculin skin test
blood tests such as an interferon gamma release assay
Both latent TB and active TB can be treated with antibiotics

Ask Your Healthcare Provider for more information regarding testing!
Building Health Promotion Together ❤️

03/19/2024

Continuing with international women’s month we would like to shed light on two women who have made an impact on the Canadian healthcare sector.

03/13/2024

We invite you to join us on Friday, March 15th at our workshop facilitated by some of our peers that will delve into the evolving perspectives of black individuals in the healthcare system today.

Registration link in bio! Sign up

03/11/2024

As we start off the new week, IPF is here to remind to get your check.

03/05/2024

We would like to invite you to join our focus group, which is a opportunity to explore and discuss the multifaceted challenges linked with navigating the journey through post-secondary education while maintaining a strong focus on your health and well-being. In this proactive and supportive environment, we will delve into the complexities of balancing academic demands with personal health needs. We will also collaboratively identify potential solutions and strategies to effectively manage these challenges. This is a wonderful chance to share your experiences, gain insights from others, and contribute to a broader understanding of this critical issue.

Register link in bio! There are two different sessions available.

03/01/2024

Women’s Health in Women’s Hands Community Health Centre and the Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention (BlackCAP) invite you to attend our International Women’s Day health and wellness event!

This year’s theme is “Inspire Inclusion - When we inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, we forge a better world. And when women themselves are inspired to be included, there’s a sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment”.

Join us for a day of engaging and thoughtful discussions, free mini massage therapy sessions, gift tote bags, and some great raffle prizes! We will also be providing lunch, TTC Presto tickets, and child care reimbursement (available upon request, limited spots).

To register, please complete the Google registration form. Please ensure to indicate on the form that you will be needing child care reimbursement.

Event Title: International Women’s Day Health and Wellness Event
Date: March 9th, 2024
Time: 11:00am - 4:00pm
Location: 2 Carlton Street., 5th floor, Toronto, ON M5J1B3
Register Here: https://forms.gle/f5hHTVznWjA9Z7XPA

03/01/2024

This February is a leap year, but we will still highlight Black Women who opened doors! Jeanne Martin Cissé was a prominent figure in international diplomacy, known for her dedication to promoting peace and development through her work with the United Nations (UN). She was the first woman to chair the United Nations Security Council where only 24 women representatives have ever served.

Born in Kankan, Guinea in 1926, Cissé has a background in law and international relations, which equipped her well for her career in diplomacy.

Cissé’s involvement with the United Nations spans several decades, during which she has held various key positions within the organization. She has served in roles focused on conflict resolution, human rights, and sustainable development. Her commitment to advancing the UN’s goals has earned her recognition and respect from colleagues and counterparts around the world.

One of Cissé’s notable contributions to the United Nations was her involvement in peacekeeping efforts in conflict-affected regions. She played a crucial role in negotiating and implementing peace agreements, often working in challenging environments to facilitate dialogue and reconciliation among conflicting parties.
Additionally, Jeanne Martin has been a vocal advocate for gender equality and women’s empowerment within the UN system. She has worked tirelessly to ensure that women’s voices are heard and their rights are protected in all aspects of UN activities.

Throughout her career, Jeanne Martin has demonstrated exceptional leadership, diplomacy, and a deep commitment to the principles and values of the United Nations. Her dedication to promoting peace, justice, and sustainable development has made her a respected figure in the international community.

In 2006, President George W. Bush sent a message of congratulations on Hadja Jeanne Martin Cissé’s 80th birthday, acknowledging “her courage and her work”.

Jeanne Martin moved to the the United States in 1985, where she lived in Baltimore, Maryland until 2017 when she passed away!

Jeanne Martin is the author of Daughter of the Milo. 🇬🇳.

02/28/2024

Hi IPF Family! Did you miss the BIPOC Women & Navigating Healthcare: A Nurse's Perspective facilitated by our wonderful guest speaker Kanyin Maxlino! We discussed barriers racialized women face while navigating the healthcare system and debunking myths regarding vaccines. Here is our townhall recording filled with great information and great discussion! Be sure to follow our Instagram page to stay up to date with upcoming events and to register for our final townhall tomorrow evening! Click the link to register today! https://linktr.ee/whiwh.ipf Come join the IPF Family!

02/28/2024

Still celebrating those that have made incredible change for us all, please meet Lois Auta Udonkata the first Black Female disabled Amazon in Africa named a young global leader at World Economic Forum.

02/23/2024

Born in Ogwashi-Ukwu Nigeria, Ngozi is the first Black African Woman to serve as Director General of the world TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO) since March 2021. Not only has this been an accomplishment, Ngozi attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard University! Ngozi continues to be an example for all Black Females not only in Nigeria, but around the world to show that women of color have a seat at the tables we are told me don’t. The IPF Family wants to highlight and give flowers to another exceptional Black Women making a difference!