Join us for an empowering and inspirational event that honours the achievements of women worldwide. #InspireInclusion #IWD2024. Co-Presented by PenFinancial Credit Union and Niagara Economic Development.
International Women’s Day Award
Each year the Women in Niagara Council, part of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce presents an award on International Women’s Day Award to a woman in Niagara who captures the spirit of our values, who is innovative, ground-breaking and brings a voice to issues that advance our community.
2024 International Women’s Day Recipient: Dr. Tapo Chimbganda
Dr. Tapo is the founding executive director of Future Black Female (FBF), a feminist-informed, not-for-profit organization providing services to Black female youth, ages 16-22 around the world. FBF is driven by the mission to increase access to opportunities that enable Black female youth to participate in social, political, and economical opportunities empowered by strong community networks, skills advancement, and rights-based advocacy.
Enhancing Workplace Well-Being: Resources for Mental Health
PANEL — Toolkits for Mental Health in the Workplace
- Calissa Ngozi, Inspirational Speaker, Resilience Mentor, and Professor, Mohawk College
- Iris Corrales, Immigrant Services Manager, YMCA of Niagara Employment & Immigrant Services
- Katharine Coons, National Senior Manager, Workplace Mental Health, Canadian Mental Health Association
- Christine Burych, Founder, StarlingBrook Leadership
- Brenda Heatley, Mental Health Matters Employee Resource Group Leader, Canadian Tire Corporation
- MODERATOR: Stacey Stemplowski, Founder and Director, Grounding Balance Wellness & Psychotherapy