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3rd Annual International Women’s Day Conference

Thirteen Moons Wellness is bringing together local women for the International Women’s Day (IWD) Conference on Friday, March 8, 2019. This event is a development and networking opportunity for participants to learn from an engaging collection of distinguished guest speakers and workshops as they define some of the challenges, obstacles and solutions to advance gender equality. It’s also a unique opportunity to share and advance knowledge and empower participants to strengthen outcomes for women, their families, their communities and the economy.

This year’s conference theme is “Connecting women, inspiring action” and will allow women to create meaningful connections with each other, to engage in learning opportunities to reach their personal and professional goals, and to feel inspired and empowered to spread awareness and to take positive action towards gender equity.

Speaker lineup features Rebecca Thomas, Mi’kmaw poet, scholar and activist; and Deborah Kimmett, comedian, speaker, author, instructor and director.

Attendees will also get to participate in two 75-minute workshops from six available sessions in between speaker presentations:

“The success of the 2017 and 2018 International Women’s Day Conferences affirms the relevance of a full-day event that supports women of all ages and backgrounds in our community,” says Louise Racine, IWD conference founder and committee chair. “The conference program is designed with the intention that the speakers and workshops equip attendees with the skills, knowledge and connections to carry on with hope and determination. While we may not see the positive changes we aspire to immediately, especially during our current political climate, it’s important for women to remain diligent and steadfast for the generations to come.”

Event details:

  • What: International Women’s Day Conference, hosted by Thirteen Moons Wellness

  • Where: Ashburnham Reception Centre, 840 Armour Road, Peterborough

  • When: Friday, March 8, 2019, 8:00 a.m.  ̶   4:30 p.m.

  • Tickets are available for $145 + HST. Includes the two keynote speakers, two 75-minute workshop sessions, lunch, and refreshments during the conference.

A portion of net proceeds from the IWD conference will be donated to the 2019 Judy Heffernan Award. Louise Racine won this award in 2016 and used the monetary award to start the first full-day International Women’s Day conference in Peterborough in March 2017. Last year, a portion of proceeds went to support Habitat for Humanity, Alternatives Community Services, and a girls’ soccer program. 

2019 International Women’s Day Conference is supported by:

  • kawarthaNOW (Media sponsor)

  • Community Futures Peterborough (Community builder partner)

  • Fox Law Professional Corporation (Networking sponsor)

  • Women’s Business Network of Peterborough and The Ear Depot (Program sponsors)

  • Black Cap Design, Red Rock Communications, Energy 99.7, Country 105, and Sofie Andreou (Connectivity sponsors)

  • BDO, Agilec, and Betty Halman-Plumley of IG Wealth (Workshop sponsors)

About Thirteen Moons Wellness
Thirteen Moons Wellness retreat is a peace-filled, affordable self-care destination for women searching for some alone time, a fun getaway or an opportunity to participate in small group facilitated programs. Since 2001, our mission has been to inspire women to embrace their best self and to support them on that journey. Whether you’re in a transitional phase of life and need to get away for self-reflection, you’re seeking quite space to work on a project, or you want to gather some good friends to celebrate life, Thirteen Moons is the place to be. Our facilities are also ideal for intimate small group meetings where a connection to nature and nutritious, flavourful plant-based food are important. This beautiful, safe and comfortable wellness retreat centre, located just northeast of Peterborough is nestled in 186 acres of lush wilderness surroundings.

For more information, contact:
Louise Racine
International Women’s Day Conference Committee Chair
louise@thirteenmoons.ca
705-313-1351


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