Family Violence Prevention Week is May 12-18, and this year’s theme is Preventing Family Violence in Older Adults. Throughout the week, communities and organizations across the Island will host events to foster conversations about family violence prevention, raise awareness...
Thirty-two community organizations across the Island are receiving support from the provincial government for projects that promote diversity and inclusion. The Gender, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (GEDI) and Community Enhancement Program provided a total of $650,000 in funding...
Creating jobs for Islanders - The Government of Prince Edward Island is building on its partnerships with community organizations across the province to jointly help strengthen Island communities and assist Islanders in entering the workforce. Through these initiatives, Islanders...
Workforce and Advanced Learning Minister Richard Brown extended congratulations to the University of Prince Edward Island who recently announced the new UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability. The position will be co-held by Dr. James Randall, UPEI; and Dr. Godfrey...
Sexual Assault Awareness Week, September 18-24, brings together survivors and allies of all genders to promote healing and help Islanders learn how to support them in their communities. This year’s theme is tech-facilitated sexual violence. The PEI Rape and Sexual Assault Centre...
Creating jobs for Islanders - Advice from Island youth is helping the provincial government make progress on initiatives that are focused on their future success. Input from the Youth Futures Council and annual YDAY events is contributing to efforts to build a more skilled...
Workplaces That Work: Creating a Workplace Culture that Attracts, Retains and Promotes Women
The Gender, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (GEDI) & Community Enhancement Program offers funding to support individuals' and organizations' work toward an enhanced sense of belonging and community engagement for marginalized populations in Prince Edward Island. The program will...