Congratulations to the 2024 Graduates! We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the remarkable women who participated in CDF Canada’s 2024 Women’s Mentorship Program (WMP)! This year’s cohort of 14 exceptional women from Malawi, Kenya, Ghana, and Ethiopia has shown incredible dedication and growth. Watch the graduation video to see some of our favourite highlights. The […]
One hundred sixty farmers from 12 co-operatives who were affected by Tropical Cyclone Freddy received support from the Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada, the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation, and the Malawi Federation of Co-operatives.
Women's resurgence and confidence in co-operatives are the result of different training approaches of the VOICE for Women and Girls Program, including co-operative development training. The goal is to mobilize economic growth for women, which benefits their communities.
Well-designed financial literacy training can improve financial knowledge and behaviour, leading to improvements in financial and social well-being. Mollenter is one trainee who experienced financial benefits while putting into practice what she learned about financial literacy.
CDF Canada’s Bicycle Initiative, through the VOICE for Women and Girls Program, is helping offset people's limited access to transportation and the challenging roads in rural Kenya. Janet is one of 177 participants who received a bicycle. She said it has helped diversify her business.
The Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada is passionate about fostering empowerment and growth, particularly among women in our global credit union community. We are inviting you to participate in a uniquely transformative sponsorship opportunity that aligns with your values and objectives. Our Women’s Mentorship Program connects aspiring professionals from around the world with seasoned mentors […]
Canadian Savings & Credit Unions, Answer the Call! Empowering Women Across Continents Are you ready to leave an indelible mark on the landscape of financial co-operatives? Do you aspire to be a catalyst for positive change, sharing your wealth of knowledge and passion with women leaders from across the globe? If your answer is a […]
At CDF Canada we support women and girls in strengthening their leadership skills and building their own agency. As we partner with community-owned co-operatives, our gender mainstreaming process begins by analyzing gendered issues of access and control, consulting with local stakeholders and developing strategies to overcome the barriers of women’s access to financial services, capacity for income generation, and control over decision-making.
Gender Model Family is an approach to enhance gender equality in co-operatives and their families. The VOICE for Women and Girls program, supported by Global Affairs Canada, is currently in year four-of-a-seven-year commitment. In total, CDF Canada and its Malawi partner, the Malawi Federation of Cooperatives, reached over 75 co-operative members.