Originally from Palestine, Nafeesa lived in Kuwait where she worked in Human Resources for an International Bank. She and her husband moved to Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1995 and to Calgary in 2020. They now have 4 adult sons. Nafeesa holds multiple diplomas, from Human...
We want to hear from the South Asian community! Join the discussion about beliefs, practices and attitudes that contribute to gender inequalities and violence against immigrant women. Participants will receive an honorarium. Community Engagement Session March 10,...
June has been with CIWA for 15 years, supporting immigrant families with young children through her roles in the Healthy Families and Home Visitation programs. June was working at a bank in Hong Kong prior to coming to Canada. She arrived in Calgary in 1995 with her...
#ciwayouthforum was a blast! We are immensely grateful for the support of the Youth Forum Committee and speakers, CIWA Board, staff and volunteers, Day One Media, and our funder, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada!! Thank you for helping us create a...
