Advancing Gender Equity in the South Asian Diaspora Conference
April 6, 2024
Brampton, ON
3 Engaging Panel Discussions
Navigating Gender Roles Abroad: Addressing Challenges Faced by Female International Students
Dissect the nuanced experiences of female international students as they navigate and challenge traditional gender roles while studying abroad. This session aims to explore the specific challenges these students encounter, ranging from cultural expectations to adapting to diverse academic and social environments.
The Hidden Truth: Gender Based Violence in the South Asian Community
Delve into the often concealed issue of gender-based violence within the South Asian community. By shedding light on this hidden truth, the discussion aims to explore the unique challenges faced by individuals in this cultural context, foster awareness, and promote dialogue on strategies for prevention and support.
Empowering Communities: The Vital Role of Collaborative Partnerships in Fostering Positive Change
Discuss the significance of collaborative partnerships between academics, researchers and community organizations, in driving positive change within communities. We will examine successful models and initiatives with an emphasis on the power of collaboration, shared resources, and collective efforts to fostering sustainable development.
Exploring gender equity by highlighting the pressing issues that demand our collective attention while celebrating the remarkable efforts underway to enhance the health and wellbeing of girls and women in our community.
Meet the Speakers
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Herleen Arora
Co-Founder, South Asian & Tamil Women’s Collective
Panelist
Empowering Communities: The Vital Role of Collaborative Partnerships in Fostering Positive Change
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Kawaljeet Kaur Bains
Conestoga College
ModeratorNavigating Gender Roles Abroad: Addressing Challenges Faced by Female International Students
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Manvir Bhangu
Founder of Laadliyan
PanelistEmpowering Communities: The Vital Role of Collaborative Partnerships in Fostering Positive Change
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Anchal Bhatia
Lawyer, SALCO
PanelistThe Hidden Truth: Gender Based Violence in the South Asian Community
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Manvider Gill
Anthropologist & Social Worker
ModeratorThe Hidden Truth: Gender Based Violence in the South Asian Community
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Puneet Kaur Johal
Sheridan College & Former International Student
Panelist
Navigating Gender Roles Abroad: Addressing Challenges Faced by Female International Students
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Sukhpreet Kainth
Nurse, Women’s College Hospital
PanelistThe Hidden Truth: Gender Based Violence in the South Asian Community
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Prabhjot Kaur
Program Manager, Laadliyan
PanelistNavigating Gender Roles Abroad: Addressing Challenges Faced by Female International Students
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Dinoba Kirupa
Project Manager, CASSA
PanelistThe Hidden Truth: Gender Based Violence in the South Asian Community
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Amrita Kumar-Ratta
University of Toronto
PanelistEmpowering Communities: The Vital Role of Collaborative Partnerships in Fostering Positive Change
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Angie Rehal
Board Vice Chair, Seva Food Bank
PanelistNavigating Gender Roles Abroad:
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Sonam Singh
Registered Psychotherapist (qualifying), College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)
Mindfulness Facilitator
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Pamela Uppal-Sandhu
Director of Policy, Ontario Nonprofit Network
Moderator
Empowering Communities: The Vital Role of Collaborative Partnerships in Fostering Positive Change
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Susitha Wanigaratne
Edwin S.H. Leong Centre for Healthy Children, University of Toronto
Panelist
Empowering Communities: The Vital Role of Collaborative Partnerships in Fostering Positive Change
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Samra Zafar
Speaker, Author, Entrepreneur & Human Rights Advocate
Keynote Speaker
Leading Expert on Authentic Leadership, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Mental Health
Poster Presenters
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Mani Ahluwalia
MSc Health Promotion Student | Policy Analyst
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Manvi Bhalla
Intersectional Health Risk Communications & Policy Researcher | Climate Justice Community Organizer
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Taranjot Dhillon
PhD Candidate | Researcher | Teaching Assistant | Entrepreneur
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Rakshanda Khan
Registered Art Therapist I Registered Psychotherapist I Educator I Board Member
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Tanveer Randhawa
MSc Public Health Science Candidate | Punjabi Kids' Health Research Coordinator at St. Michael's Hospital
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Rida Rana
PhD Sociology | International migration/Race ethnicity | Education and Training Consultant
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Ashwini Selvakumaran
MES Candidate at the University of Western Ontario ‘24 | Environmental and Social Justice Activist
Community Works
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Community Resource
Evidence-based health information for you and your family, shared in English and Punjabi. Learn More
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Author
Taniya Gupta author of What Will People Say? is a writer of emotionally rooted, and accessible poetry. Her work explores feminism, mental health, and patriarchal traditions, and acts as a means of connection and healing. Learn More.
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Community Resource
Providing middle-aged South Asian immigrant women with education, mentoring, and support to reach their healthy lifestyle goals. Learn More.
“Women are the backbone of society. Their strength and resilience shape our communities, and their empowerment is the key to unlocking our collective potential.”
— Malala Yousafzai
