We've now got a clearer picture of the day's excellent keynote addresses and concurrent workshops. The conference is really shaping up, and it looks like we'll have a great crowd for the day...
Morning Keynote: Dr. Sandra Preston on Post-secondary Education and Citizenship - 9:30 am
Many students worry about what kind of world awaits them when they graduate. Will there be job opportunities? What kind of government will run the country? But post-secondary education should provide students with the tools to turn worrying and wondering about the state of the world into dreaming about what kind of world they want and what they are willing to do to create it. Student activism can be a central part of this education, giving students the knowledge and tools they need to make change and create the world they imagine.
Dr. Preston Bio
Dr. Preston is Assistant Professor in the McMaster University School of Social Work. Her research interests are focused on policy and practice in the area of women's issues, particularly woman abuse and mental health. Dr. Preston’s past research has included examining the impact of the feminist movement on delivery of services to women who are abused and the evaluation of specialized programming for women with mental health issues who experience/have experienced violence in their relationships. Presently, Dr. Preston is interested in ways to integrate anti-oppressive approaches with current practices with women who have experienced abuse. She is also interested in examining the development of partnerships between mental health and woman abuse services.
Concurrent Workshops
Many students worry about what kind of world awaits them when they graduate. Will there be job opportunities? What kind of government will run the country? But post-secondary education should provide students with the tools to turn worrying and wondering about the state of the world into dreaming about what kind of world they want and what they are willing to do to create it. Student activism can be a central part of this education, giving students the knowledge and tools they need to make change and create the world they imagine.
Dr. Preston Bio
Dr. Preston is Assistant Professor in the McMaster University School of Social Work. Her research interests are focused on policy and practice in the area of women's issues, particularly woman abuse and mental health. Dr. Preston’s past research has included examining the impact of the feminist movement on delivery of services to women who are abused and the evaluation of specialized programming for women with mental health issues who experience/have experienced violence in their relationships. Presently, Dr. Preston is interested in ways to integrate anti-oppressive approaches with current practices with women who have experienced abuse. She is also interested in examining the development of partnerships between mental health and woman abuse services.
Concurrent Workshops
Know Your Rights as a Tenant – 11:15 am
With Meaghan Ross from the Housing Help Centre
Most of us have been/will be/are tenants at some point in our lives, but most of us don't know what our rights are as tenants, or what say we have in the quality and decency of our housing. This workshop provides information on the legal rights of tenants and how to navigate the system in order to advocate for those rights. Come and learn about the basics of being a tenant, and bring any questions you have!
For more information you can consult the HHC website www.housinghelpcentre.ca
With Meaghan Ross from the Housing Help Centre
Most of us have been/will be/are tenants at some point in our lives, but most of us don't know what our rights are as tenants, or what say we have in the quality and decency of our housing. This workshop provides information on the legal rights of tenants and how to navigate the system in order to advocate for those rights. Come and learn about the basics of being a tenant, and bring any questions you have!
For more information you can consult the HHC website www.housinghelpcentre.ca
The Tar Sands - Canada's Climate Change Disaster – 11:15 am
Local environmental leaders Michael Nabert and Peter Ormond present the latest research on the Alberta Tar Sands, infamous for being one of the most ecologically destructive energy projects in the world. The workshop will focus on impacts from the Tar Sands and what Canadians can do to stop the damage. Peter Ormond is a car-free Hamiltonian who hosts the web-show Green TV. Michael Nabert never stops researching, loves sharing the upsides of an ecologically responsible lifestyle, and wrote and performs Sustainability the Musical.
Local environmental leaders Michael Nabert and Peter Ormond present the latest research on the Alberta Tar Sands, infamous for being one of the most ecologically destructive energy projects in the world. The workshop will focus on impacts from the Tar Sands and what Canadians can do to stop the damage. Peter Ormond is a car-free Hamiltonian who hosts the web-show Green TV. Michael Nabert never stops researching, loves sharing the upsides of an ecologically responsible lifestyle, and wrote and performs Sustainability the Musical.
Self-Care for Activists – Staying Whole and Healthy While Working for Change – 1:30 pm
Facilitated by Amelia Herman
"Although they may mean well, it's sometimes quite galling to be reminded how much people love you when you don't love yourself that much." -- Stephen Fry
We have each of us had at least one day wherein someone's praise of our organising abilities or compliments on our speaking skills seemed to be delivered like a plate of gold-encrusted cattle feed. Perhaps it is time we learn not only to accept the honours of praise, but also to praise and honour ourselves.
This workshop has been designed for anyone who has...:
a) ... considered reducing their dependencies on the health-care industry;
b) ... thought they might like to live longer, or better, or both; and/or
c) ... wanted to dramatically enrich the effectiveness of community organisation and solidarity with comrades and fellow activists.
We have each of us had at least one day wherein someone's praise of our organising abilities or compliments on our speaking skills seemed to be delivered like a plate of gold-encrusted cattle feed. Perhaps it is time we learn not only to accept the honours of praise, but also to praise and honour ourselves.
This workshop has been designed for anyone who has...:
a) ... considered reducing their dependencies on the health-care industry;
b) ... thought they might like to live longer, or better, or both; and/or
c) ... wanted to dramatically enrich the effectiveness of community organisation and solidarity with comrades and fellow activists.
Canada’s First Nations – Struggle and Solidarity – 1:30 pm
Facilitated by Niki Thorne, Ph.D. Candidate, York University
How to be An Ally – Supporting Women’s and LGBTQ Rights – 2:45 pm
Description TBA
Anti-Oppression – Understanding Power and Privilege – 2:45 pm
Facilitated by Caroline Fram
Description TBA
Afternoon Keynote Address: Panel Discussion on Canadian Foreign Policy in the Middle East - 4:15 pm
Join four expert panelists as we examine Canada's recent involvement in the Middle East and Central Asia. Since the Harper government has been in power we've seen sustained involvement in Afghanistan, an increasingly polarized stance on Israel and Palestine, participation in the bombing of Libya, and threats against Iran. What is behind this foreign policy direction, and what can average Canadians do to change it? Ken Stone from Hamilton Coalition to Stop War will be speaking on Canada and Iran. Diane Blanchard from the Hamilton chapter of Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East will be speaking about Israel/Palestine. Kevin MacKay from the OPSEU 240 Political Action Committee will be speaking about Canada’s military roles in Afghanistan and Libya. Other panelists TBA. Short presentations followed by facilitated audience Q&A.
Join four expert panelists as we examine Canada's recent involvement in the Middle East and Central Asia. Since the Harper government has been in power we've seen sustained involvement in Afghanistan, an increasingly polarized stance on Israel and Palestine, participation in the bombing of Libya, and threats against Iran. What is behind this foreign policy direction, and what can average Canadians do to change it? Ken Stone from Hamilton Coalition to Stop War will be speaking on Canada and Iran. Diane Blanchard from the Hamilton chapter of Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East will be speaking about Israel/Palestine. Kevin MacKay from the OPSEU 240 Political Action Committee will be speaking about Canada’s military roles in Afghanistan and Libya. Other panelists TBA. Short presentations followed by facilitated audience Q&A.
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