Ukrainian Easter, celebrated on April 12th, embodies family warmth and cherished traditions, evoking memories of childhood. Decorated eggs (pysanky) carry symbolic meanings, while Easter bread (paska) represents eternity. Amidst modern challenges, preserving these traditions remains vital for connecting past and future generations of Ukrainians, especially for those far from home.
Category: Global Peace
Love Local Spotlights Generation1.ca Exhibition at Billy Bishop Airport
Generation1.ca has been invited to feature in the Love Local program at Billy Bishop Airport, from February 11–17. This recognition highlights the importance of immigrant communities in shaping Canada’s future. The event aims to showcase Generation1.ca’s commitment to immigrant inclusion and culturally-driven talent development. Visitors are encouraged to learn more.
A Call from the Heart: Niloufar Taheri Urges the Iranian Diaspora to Speak Up
Taheri, a member of Generation1.ca and Fall 2023 case competition winner, urges the Iranian diaspora to provide vocal support against Iran’s political oppression and human rights abuses. She emphasizes leveraging privilege to demand action from political leaders, highlighting the importance of speaking out and taking a stand against state violence.
Conducting Research in Conflict Zones
What is the evolving role of research in international conflict zones? Jasneet Kaur Chahal analyzes some of the literature on conducting ethical research in war zones in this article.
United Nations and Faith-based Organizations – A Partnership for Humanity!
How can the United Nations collaborate better with faith-based organizations to achieve common humanitarian good. How can partnerships with faith-based organizations exponentially expand the impact and effectiveness of global humanitarian crisis response? Read more in Dr. Samir Abu Rumman’s article here.
