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- Internships | ACIC-CACI
Internships The International Youth Internship Program (IYIP) is currently accepting applications for its third cohort! Jointly implemented by the Atlantic Council for International Cooperation and the Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador, the program offers youth the opportunity to gain valuable international work experience through 4-month internship placements with partner organizations in Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, and Central America. The International Youth Internship Program was launched in 1997, and has always focused on offering young people aged 18-30 from Canada the opportunity to gain skills and professional experience while travelling, living, and working abroad. Since its inception, IYIP has and sent over 7,000 youth to work with partner organizations and institutional abroad in the field of international development. IYIP is part of the Government of Canada's Youth Employment and Skills Strategy and aims to prepare youth in Canada for future employment or further studies. The focus of the current 2023-2028 IYIP program is to provide meaningful and transformative opportunities to youth facing barriers to employment, such as youth with disabilities, Indigenous youth, racialized youth, and 2SLGBTQI+ youth. If you'd like to speak with one of our Internship Program Managers, you can register for one of our virtual info sessions at the links below: Info Session #3: Wednesday, February 12th @ 7pm - 8:30pm AST Applications for Cohort 3 are now OPEN until February 15 Click here to view the full internship placement list for Cohort 3. About Eligibility Criteria Application Process Important Dates About the Program This program is designed for youth who: Have faced barriers in securing meaningful employment Are seeking opportunities to acquire new skills and gain professional experience abroad Are interested in contributing their knowledge and skills in meaningful ways abroad Are curious, open-minded, and flexible IYIP is a 5-month commitment that involves: 1 month of pre-departure training (3 weeks virtually, 1 week in person), 4 month international internship placement with a local partner organization, 3 days of post-internship debrief in Canada. The program costs are funded (including airfare, transportation costs, visa fees, pre-departure and post-internship training), and interns will receive a stipend while abroad. This program works with Canadian and international partners across 15 countries. To learn more about the partners, and the type of internship assignment you might have, please review the information sheet for Cohort 3 by clicking here . Application Process Step 1: Written Application Your written application is completed through the application form online. The information and questions are simple and meant to help us understand why you’re interested in the program and the knowledge, skills, and interests that you bring. These applications are reviewed with three criteria: that you have learned about and looked into the program, that you indicate a good fit for one of the partner organizations or placement opportunities, and that you demonstrate one of the qualities most important to the program (curiosity, flexibility, adaptability, and open-mindedness). Applications not meeting these criteria will not be invited to step two. Step 2: Introductory Interview The Introductory Interview is completed with one of the program managers as a way to learn more about your skills, experiences, and interests. These are conversational interviews that have some planned questions. In this step of the process, we select candidates to move forward who demonstrate the qualities important to the program: curiosity, flexibility, adaptability, and open-mindedness. Step 3: Placement Interview The final step in the application process is an interview with international partners and/or subject matter experts. These are more formal, structured interviews led by our international partners and require preparation on the part of the applicant. Not everyone who completes a Placement Interview will be offered an internship position and in this final stage, the international partners ultimately determine who receives an offer. We anticipate applications for Cohort 4 (April - September 2026) will open in November 2025. Important Dates Applications Open: February 1, 2025 Applications Close: February 15, 2025 Interviews: February - March 2025 Assignment offers: April 2025 Virtual Pre-departure training: July 28 - August 15, 2025 In-Person Intensive Pre-departure training: August 18 - 22, 2025 (Location TBC) 16-Week Internship Placement Abroad: August 23 - December 13 2025 Reintegration training: December 14 - 18 2025 Program End-Date: December 19 2025 Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for this program, you must: Be 18-30 years old, at the start date of the internship Be Canadian citizen or permanent resident Not have previously completed an in-person IYIP Placement This program gives priority to Indigenous, Racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ interns and youth who have experienced barriers to employment due to COVID-19. This means the program will first select interns who hold those identities from the pool of applicants. No education, work or travel experiences are required to be eligible and successful in this program. We welcome applicants with lived experience and expertise and invite applicants to reach out to us with questions if this program is a good fit for you. Cohort 3 Internship Placement Map Click here to view the full internship placement list for Cohort 3. "I had many life changing events happen that I'm so grateful and blessed to have experienced. I had the opportunity to go to Kenya which helped me grow and I now have an amazing connection with the people I stayed with and met which will last a lifetime" 2018-19 Internship Program Participant Application Details Applications are open from February 1 to 15, 2025. Apply Here Questions? Concerns? Not sure if this is right for you? We want to chat! Please get in touch. Indigo Christ Indigo@acic-caci.org Mica McCurdy Mica.McCurdy@mi.mun.ca
- PhotoVoices Call for Partners
PhotoVoices Call for Partners Apply Now! ACIC's PhotoVoices Program enables youth to share the narratives they want to tell through photos, and connects youth from Atlantic Canada and the Global South in an experience of storytelling, skills building, providing them a space to explore social justice, while learning from experts in the field. Apply Now! Stories are powerful: they weave people and experiences together, and shape how we see the world. Knowing the impact and value of a well-told story, ACIC’s PhotoVoices Program empowers youth to share the narratives they want to tell through photos. Through the program, Atlantic Canadian youth and youth from the Global South use photos to share their stories, build skills, explore the Sustainable Development Goals, learn from experts in the field, and so much more. Gender inequality is deeply rooted in our society. Women and girls worldwide are under-represented in leadership positions, refused access to education, economic empowerment, and essential health services, and are targeted victims of violence and discrimination. While all women face inequality, the consequences can be harsher for those coping with intersectional factors. Not all women share the same experiences, therefore strategies for change must also consider the effects of race, class, age, sexuality, ability, and nationality. Solutions to address these issues must be led by self-determining people in collaboration with their Communities and Nations. Given this realitiy, the 2024 PhotoVoice program will focus on female-identified and/or Two Spirit identified youth. ACIC is currently seeking an international partner/s for its PhotoVoices Program. The purpose of this program is to help budding photographers/journalists build their skills and portfolios while taking part in an intercultural program. The program will include youth 18-28 years from Atlantic Canada and youth from the partner organization/s country. Program timeline: International partner selection: October 21, 2024 Youth recruitment: November to January 2024/25 Program start date: January 19, 2025 10 youth sessions will be held weekly from January 19 to March 23, 2025 -, on Sunday's Program end date: March 2024 Final report (narrative and financial): April 15, 2025 Role of the Partner Organization: Select 10-15 eligible, female identified youth for the program Liaise with ACIC to make decisions on program implementation Provide support to youth participants in all aspects of program to ensure a positive experience and completion Administer program funds in accordance with ACIC funding requirments Complete mid-project and final reports (narrative and financial) Partner Qualifications: Partner must be located in an Official Development Assistance (ODA) country Must be a registered charity, non-governmental, non-profit, or civil society organization Must have been established in 2017 or earlier Must work directly with youth ages 18-30 Youth must have English proficiency (at a minimum) Must have the organizational capacity to support the program Must have a strong commitment to supporting and strengthening gender equality through their programs Note : This application is for the international partner to complete, NOT for youth. Youth do not need to be selected in advance of submitting the application. If you are a youth interested in participating in the PhotoVoices Program, click here . ACIC members and partners will be given priority. Applications deadline is October 13, 2024 For more information contact Jackie at 902.431.2311 or jackie@acic-caci.org . More information about the program: To achieve program goals, the PhotoVoices Program uses Participatory Action Research and the process of photovoice as a visually effective and transforming process, which helps to communicate diverse understandings and needs. It is most useful in: Empowering marginalized and underserved individuals & communitiesConnecting disparate community voicesRaising awareness & action on community issuesEvaluating collaborative initiatives Reaching and motivating decision makers ( McRuer, J (July 2020). Photovoice: A Basic Guide to Support Participatory Action Processes for Transformative Community Building ) Application Details Apply Now! Apply / Register Now Similar Opportunities PhotoVoices Call for Partners ACIC's PhotoVoices Program enables youth to share the narratives they want to tell through photos, and connects youth from Atlantic Canada and the Global South in an experience of storytelling, skills building, providing them a space to explore social justice, while learning from experts in the field. Learn More
- Financial Auditing | ACIC-CACI
< Back Financial Auditing Atlantic Council for International Cooperation Feb 22, 2024 2099 Gottingen Street #210, Halifax, NS, Canada Request for Proposals Request for Proposals- Auditor .pdf Download PDF • 133KB Background The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) is a coalition of individuals, organizations and institutions working in the Atlantic region to build and model just, equitable and sustainable communities, locally and globally. ACIC connects leadership across generations by strengthening members and partners, bridging dialogue and building networking and learning opportunities. ACIC also represents and amplifies the voice of Atlantic Canada and connects the Atlantic with other provincial, national and international stakeholders. We acknowledge that we work and live in Mi’kma’ki, the traditional and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People. This territory is covered by the “Treaties of Peace and Friendship” which Mi'kmaq and Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) people first signed with the British Crown in 1725. Making us all Treaty People, committed to the ongoing relationship between nations, and to reconciliation. Please note that the annual report (2022-2023) and financial statements are available on our website: www.acic-caci.org/about-us Financial and Business Operations We are enclosing a copy of the audited financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2022, a table showing quick Atlantic Council for International Cooperation QBO Chart of Accounts. ACIC’s operating budget is around $2 million dollars, and the organization is supported by a team of around 10 people, with two in finance. The organization’s main revenue lines include government funded grants and contributions, membership dues, and a very small revenue from events. Financial record keeping is maintained on the QuickBooks Online (QBO) accounting system. Monthly statements are drawn, and internal reporting is regularly done through these systems. ACIC doesn’t have a dedicated staff person supporting information and technology, but rather knowledgeable team members in addition to external help when needed. Payroll is managed exclusively through the QBO system. Additionally, all archiving systems were transitioned to Microsoft SharePoint after the pandemic. ACIC's fiscal year-end is on March 31st. We use the accrual system for all our reporting to our main funder (Global Affairs Canada), including annual financial statements and other internal and external reports. Governance The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) is governed by a diverse Board of Directors, with representatives from each Atlantic province and directors-at-large, ensuring regional diversity and gender balance. The Board convenes regular and special meetings, with an Executive Committee overseeing affairs between meetings. Financial matters are addressed, designating March 31 as the financial year-end and requiring the preparation of annual financial statements. The Finance Committee, comprising the board treasurer, the Executive Director, the Finance Manager and the Program Director, reviews and presents audited financial statements for Board approval. This committee also recommends auditors' appointments at the Annual General Meeting. Provisions for electronic members' meetings and absentee voting enhance flexibility. The by-laws include dispute resolution mechanisms. ACIC's governance emphasizes transparency, inclusivity, and sound financial management. Scope of Work Service Required ACIC requires preparation of Annual Audited Financial Statements including: Statement of Financial Position; Statement of Revenues and Expenditures; Statement of Changes in Net Assets; Statement of Cash Flows; Audit Service Plan; Preparation of Management Letter; Presentation of Audit Results; Information and advice on important issues relating to Global Affairs Canada rules, financial reporting that impact ACIC, and opportunities to improve compliance and controls; Information and advice on government (federal, provincial or local) non-profit / small business support programs that could benefit ACIC. The audited financial statements must be prepared in accordance with Canadian accounting standards for not-for-profit and must include an expression of opinion on the fairness of the financial statements as derived through Generally Accepted Auditing Standards. ACIC requires that the Draft Audited Financial Statements be ready for review by ACIC’s Finance Committee no later than the first week in June and that Financial Statements be issued no later than mid-June, once the ACIC Board approves the statements to be issued at the Annual General Meeting (generally held the third Thursday of June). Proposal Outline Please submit your proposal in the following format: Section 1: Cover Letter (maximum one page) Section 2: Overview of your Firm (maximum two pages); Provide a general description of your firm with emphasis on general experience and capabilities in auditing not-for-profit organizations. Section 3: Relevant Experience and References (maximum 5 pages); Include a list of 2 to 4 similar not-for-profit organizations that your firm audits. At least three (3) of the reference organizations must have been audited by member(s) of your proposed audit team. For these three (2) referenced audits, please indicate which proposed audit team member(s) has conducted this work and provide a client reference contact name and details; Provide a brief description (maximum one page per organization) for each of the referenced organization, years audited, the services provided, and any other relevant information that indicates how this audit experience relates to the work you would perform for ACIC. Section 4: Proposed Audit Resources (maximum 3 pages); Please provide the name(s), and brief description of roles and relevant experience of the senior member(s) of your proposed audit team (resume(s) may be provided in an appendix if desired) Section 5: Proposed Audit Approach (maximum 3 pages); Provide a brief description of audit approach; What is your estimate of staff time assistance by ACIC and how will you minimize the disruption to our normal workload? How will your communication occur with ACIC staff and the Finance Committee? What procedures will you perform to enable you to provide a Management Letter to the organization that is both accurate and meaningful? How will you ensure timely completion of the audited financial statements? Section 6: Financial Proposal (maximum 2 pages) It is ACIC’s intention to appoint an auditor for a three-year period with an option to renew for an additional term. Accordingly, please provide a fixed price quote for the services requested for each of the fiscal years ending March 31, 2024, March 31, 2025, as well as March 31, 2026. Include any relevant assumptions related to your price quotes; Please also outline your firm's approach and fees for extra billing for specialty work with a quote of your rates on an hourly basis, in the event any special services that may be requested by ACIC; The pricing of the services should be provided in a separate electronic document that accompanies your proposal. Section 7: Inclusion, Fair Labour and Environmental Considerations (maximum 1 page); ACIC is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice and anti-racism. Our procurement processes include providing equitable opportunities for vendors of all sizes and backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC)-owned vendors, to be successful in a procurement process. We recognize that including inclusive procurement considerations can help reduce unnecessary barriers for diverse vendors when bidding on opportunities; ACIC has a strong commitment to combating climate change and environmental sustainability. We seek to work with organizations that share our values in their commits and in tangible approaches to their work; Inclusion, environmental considerations, and fair labor practices will inform the selection process (see further details below on proposal evaluation). All proposals should provide a short indication of how environmental considerations are accounted for in the proponents' approach to business and as a potential service provider for ACIC; Considerations for fair labour practices should also be outlined. Finally, your business’s approach to equity, diversity and inclusion should be indicated in the proposal. You may also include if your business is BIPOC owned or led, and/or owned or led by other equity seeking groups. Proposal Process. Terms and Timeline Questions or requests for clarification regarding this RFP may be submitted in writing to Jennifer Sloot, ACIC’s Executive Director ( jennifer@acic-caci.org ) and Wissam Issa, Finance Manager ( wissam@acic-caci.org ) by the date specified below. These requests will be addressed during a virtual meeting with the proponents. ACIC may issue addenda or clarifications to this Request for Proposal by the date specified below. ACIC may cancel this Request for Proposal at any time and reserve the right to select one or none of the respondents at its own discretion as its preferred supplier. Selection of a preferred supplier does not constitute a binding contract between ACIC and the proponent. Neither ACIC nor its Board of Directors shall be obligated in any way by any proponent's response to this request for Proposal, nor shall ACIC be liable for any costs incurred by any proponent in the preparation of this Request for Proposal. All information provided in the proponent's proposal will be considered confidential and will become the property of ACIC for record keeping. Proponents may not make modifications to their proposal after the closing time. Should a proponent make more than one proposal, only the one received last will be considered. The proponent by means of electronic delivery addressed to the ED and the Finance Manager as per the coordinates above. Timeline and deliverables: Deliverable Dates - 2024 Proposal Release February 22 2024 Deadline for issuance of amendment if required March 15 2024 Deadline for submission of proposals March 22 2024 Recommendation for appointment of auditors by Board April 2024 Ratification of Auditors at Annual General Meeting June 2024 Submission Instructions: Proposals must be received by ACIC electronically at the coordinates above on or before 4 p.m. Monday, March 22, 2024. Proposals received after this time will not be considered. This Request for Proposal is not a contract. Proposal Evaluation Criteria ACIC will evaluate all proposals based on the following criteria: Price (Financial Proposal)– 40% Experience (Overview, Relevant Experience and References) – 15% Availably of service and quality (Audit Approach, Timing and Resource) – 35% Inclusion, Fair Labour and Environmental Considerations – 10% Previous Next
- Atlantic Council for International Cooperation celebrates funding for International Youth Internship Program | ACIC-CACI
< Back Atlantic Council for International Cooperation celebrates funding for International Youth Internship Program Atlantic Council for International Cooperation Feb 7, 2024 Halifax, NS, Canada At an event celebrating International Development Week 2024, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development announced $24.5 million in funding for the International Youth Internships Program (IYIP) across Canada, including $4.23 million for the RYSING (Resilient Youth, Supported Inclusion, Network Growth) project jointly implemented by the Atlantic Council for International Cooperation and the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University (MI). The program offers Canadian youth the opportunity to gain valuable international work experience and make meaningful contributions through four-month international internship placements. Between 2024 and 2029, ACIC and MI’s IYIP program will place 190 interns with 22 partner organisations in 15 countries throughout Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, and Central America. Priority will be given to Racialized, Indigenous, and 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, and youth who have experienced barriers to employment due to COVID-19. Applications for the first IYIP cohort will open on February 12, 2024. Youth who are interested in acquiring new skills and gaining professional experience abroad or contributing their knowledge, skills and lived experiences to meaningful projects abroad are encouraged to apply. Minister Hussen, on announcing the program funding, said “Youth engagement matters. It creates meaningful opportunities for new generations to be agents of change in their communities. Canada is committed to mobilising and inspiring young people from diverse backgrounds to get involved in international development.” Learn more about ACIC’s IYIP program: https://www.acic-caci.org/internships Contact: Indigo Christ, ACIC IYIP Program Manager indigo@acic-caci.org Jennifer Sloot, ACIC Executive Director jennifer@acic-caci.org Previous Next
- Global Affairs Canada Funds ICN’s LIFT Program with $38.5 Million | ACIC-CACI
< Back Global Affairs Canada Funds ICN’s LIFT Program with $38.5 Million Inter-Council Network Feb 5, 2025 Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Global Affairs Canada Funds ICN’s LIFT Program, Significant Impact in Atlantic Region Halifax, Nova Scotia – February 5, 2025 – The Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) is pleased to announce that Global Affairs Canada has provided $38.5 million in funding to the Inter-Council Network (ICN) to implement the LIFT program. This funding will support small and medium-sized organizations (SMOs) across Canada, including ACIC's members in the Atlantic region, helping them to continue and expand their impactful global development work. The Honorable Minister Ahmed Hussen made the funding announcement yesterday, during International Development Week (IDW), a week dedicated to raising awareness of global development issues and recognizing the contributions of Canadians in creating positive change around the world. IDW is celebrated annually in February, providing an opportunity to highlight the essential role that Canadian organizations, like those within the ICN and ACIC’s network, play in advancing global development and international cooperation. As a member of the ICN, ACIC is excited about how this funding will directly benefit organizations in the Atlantic region, enabling them to strengthen their development efforts, scale their projects, and continue addressing key global challenges such as poverty, climate change, and gender equality. "We are thrilled that Global Affairs Canada is supporting the ICN’s LIFT program, which will provide essential resources to small and medium-sized organizations across the country," said Jennifer Sloot, Executive Director of ACIC. "As part of the ICN, we are excited to see how this funding will empower our members in the Atlantic region to build on their vital work and create even greater impact in the communities they serve. This is an incredible opportunity for grassroots organizations to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting difference in the Global South." The LIFT program, designed to provide funding to grassroots Canadian NGOs, will allow organizations to scale their international development projects and strengthen their capacity to respond to the most pressing global challenges. ACIC’s members, which focus on sectors like education, health, environment, and human rights, will benefit from this funding to deepen their impact and strengthen local partnerships. In celebration of International Development Week, ACIC is hosting a number of events throughout the week to engage the public, raise awareness of global development issues, and recognize the incredible work of its members. These events will provide opportunities for learning, discussion, and connection among organizations and individuals passionate about making a difference in the world. Through this support, ACIC, in collaboration with the ICN, will continue to facilitate capacity-building, promote knowledge-sharing, and ensure that organizations in the Atlantic region are well-positioned to maximize the impact of this funding. Link to ICN/RCC Press Release For more information about ACIC’s IDW events or the LIFT program, please contact: Mateo Gomez Communications Officer Atlantic Council for International Cooperation (ACIC) Email: mateo@acic-caci.org Website: www.acic-caci.org Previous Next
- Partnership Enhancement Fund
Partnership Enhancement Fund Apply now! The Partnership Enhancement Fund (PEF) supports ACIC members in bringing international partners to Atlantic Canada to foster collaboration, shared learning, and stronger global connections. Aligned with SDG #17, the fund enhances public engagement and strengthens organizational impact through travel support and partnership-building activities during key events. Apply now to grow your global partnerships! Apply now! Overview: The Partnership Enhancement Fund (PEF) supports in-person engagement between ACIC member organizations in Atlantic Canada and their international partners by funding travel for international partners to visit Atlantic Canada. By facilitating these visits, the PEF seeks to strengthen relationships and foster deeper understanding of shared development issues and impact stories. This fund offers a unique opportunity to strengthen partnerships that drive global learning and engagement within Atlantic Canada, fostering a more connected and informed community. The fund, an evolution of the former Global Voices and Southern Speakers Fund, encourages mutual learning and engagement, amplifying the success stories of ACIC members and their international collaborations within the Atlantic Canadian community. These visits align with SDG #17 – Partnerships for the Goals, by creating valuable opportunities to deepen connections, raise awareness, and promote solidarity through shared experiences and understanding of local and international contexts. Fund Purpose The Partnership Enhancement Fund is designed for ACIC Organizational Members, including small to medium-sized organizations, civil society groups, and academic institutions in the international cooperation sector. Through this initiative, ACIC aims to facilitate partnerships that highlight the value of international collaboration in addressing local issues tied to global development and cooperation. Application Opportunity and Details ACIC invites interested Atlantic Canadian organizations to submit an expression of interest through the registration form below. Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate strong ties and a collaborative approach with their international partners. Proposals should align with the partnership principles outlined in ACIC’s Code of Ethics and illustrate shared learning goals around a development initiative. ACIC hopes that these partnerships foster connections that may extend into future collaborations. PEF activities are expected to take place during two windows: International Development Week: February 2 to 7, 2025 ACIC Annual Symposium in June (exact date TBD; if you are interested in opting for this window, please mention so in your application, and we’ll be in touch with you with more information). Eligibility and Important Considerations Applicants must be ACIC organizational members based in Atlantic Canada, in good standing ( ratified and have paid their organizational membership dues for the year 2024-25. If you haven’t done this or want confirmation of payment, please reach out to us at membership@acic-caci.org . ) The proposed speaker must be eligible and available to travel to Atlantic Canada in the specified window Applicants must have submitted all final reports from previous ACIC-funded projects. While we encourage everyone to apply, preference will be given to organizations who have not previously received this fund (or its past iterations i.e. Southern Speakers Fund and Global Voices Fund). In your application, we encourage you to mention how: Your partnership demonstrates shared learning and mutual benefit: Describe how the collaboration with your international partner will foster mutual understanding, skill sharing, and knowledge exchange. Please highlight, where possible, any specific projects or initiatives that showcase these elements. Public engagement will be enhanced: Detail any planned activities or public engagement opportunities for the visiting partner, such as workshops, community meetings, or talks. If you’d like to work with us to organize these with our membership, or media, please apply at the earliest and connect with us. Share how these activities will build awareness and create lasting connections between Atlantic Canadians and global issues. The partnership strengthens your organization’s impact: Explain how the international partner’s visit will enhance your organization’s work and further your goals in the international cooperation sector. Illustrate how this engagement could open doors to future collaborative projects or partnerships. Please apply by December 17, 2024 if you are applying for Window 1, and by February 15, 2025 if applying for Window 2. About the Budget and Funding All applications must submit a detailed budget breakdown (in CAD, not exceeding 3500 CAD) of all possible associated costs in relation to your proposal. Please also identify contributions requested from ACIC, cash contributions from your organization/institution or partners (if any), and in-kind contributions. Note: Funding Available For: Funding is available to help cover costs associated with the international partner(s) travel and participation to Atlantic Canada and the public engagement activities planned in Atlantic Canada. We encourage contributions in cash/kind from the organizations applying to reflect their contribution to this partnership initiative. Only actual costs incurred against the initial budget will be reimbursed. About Logistics: The nominating organization will handle travel logistics, including tickets, insurance, and visas. Proof of eligibility for the proposed speaker’s travel to Canada is required in the application, and ACIC can provide visa support letters as needed. Application Details Please apply by December 17, 2024 if you are applying for Window 1, and by February 15, 2025 if applying for Window 2. Apply / Register Now Similar Opportunities Members’ Public Engagement Fund Apply for the Members’ Public Engagement Fund and receive up to $1500 per project to test and carry out your public engagement activity. Currently, we are looking for organizations who want to host a public engagement event during International Development Week. Learn More Partnership Enhancement Fund The Partnership Enhancement Fund (PEF) supports ACIC members in bringing international partners to Atlantic Canada to foster collaboration, shared learning, and stronger global connections. Aligned with SDG #17, the fund enhances public engagement and strengthens organizational impact through travel support and partnership-building activities during key events. Apply now to grow your global partnerships! Learn More International Development Week 2024 Join us in celebrating International Development Week (IDW) 2024, as we come together from coast to coast to coast to shine a spotlight on Canadian international development efforts. Learn More Individual Members' Public Engagement Fund Access the Individual Members' Public Engagement Fund to support your involvement in training and educational activities related to advancing Gender Equality or the Sustainable Development Goals. Learn More Partnership Enhancement Fund 2023 The Partnership Enhancement Fund offers an opportunity for ACIC Members supports organizations bringing their international partners to Atlantic Canada for fostering strong relationships, with a focus on mutual learning and engagement. Learn More Organizational Members Public Engagement Fund 2024 Want to highlight the important and good work your organization does around in communities around the world during International Development Week 2024? Want to engage Atlantic Canadians in development issues and involve them in the impact / development sector? Apply for the Members’ Public Engagement Fund and receive up to $1500 per project to test and carry out your innovative public engagement idea. Deadline: Wednesday, December 20 Learn More
- Opportunities | ACIC-CACI
Upcoming Events Multiple Dates Artificial Intelligence for Social Good Tue, Nov 19 Virtual Workshop More info Learn More Sold Out Confronting the Cost of Living Crisis: From PEI to the World Fri, Nov 15 Murchison Centre More info Learn More Current and Upcoming Opportunities Members’ Public Engagement Fund Fund, Public Engagement Apply by Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 Apply for the Members’ Public Engagement Fund and receive up to $1500 per project to test and carry out your public engagement activity. Currently, we are looking for organizations who want to host a public engagement event during International Development Week. Learn More Organizational Members Public Engagement Fund 2024 Fund December 20, 2023 Want to highlight the important and good work your organization does around in communities around the world during International Development Week 2024? Want to engage Atlantic Canadians in development issues and involve them in the impact / development sector? Apply for the Members’ Public Engagement Fund and receive up to $1500 per project to test and carry out your innovative public engagement idea. Deadline: Wednesday, December 20 Learn More Partnership Enhancement Fund Public Engagement, Fund Apply now! The Partnership Enhancement Fund (PEF) supports ACIC members in bringing international partners to Atlantic Canada to foster collaboration, shared learning, and stronger global connections. Aligned with SDG #17, the fund enhances public engagement and strengthens organizational impact through travel support and partnership-building activities during key events. Apply now to grow your global partnerships! Learn More PhotoVoices Call for Partners Partners Apply Now! ACIC's PhotoVoices Program enables youth to share the narratives they want to tell through photos, and connects youth from Atlantic Canada and the Global South in an experience of storytelling, skills building, providing them a space to explore social justice, while learning from experts in the field. Learn More Shirley Case Leadership Awards 2023 Awards Nominate By Sunday, October 15th, 2023 Know a young changemaker engaged in development and / or the international cooperations sector who embodies the spirit of global cooperation and had notable impact in a short period of time? Nominate them for the 2023 Shirley Case Leadership Award. The Award will be presented at the ACIC Annual Symposium being held October 27-28th, 2023 at Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. Learn More Individual Members' Public Engagement Fund Fund Applications accepted through the year. We encourage you to apply early. Access the Individual Members' Public Engagement Fund to support your involvement in training and educational activities related to advancing Gender Equality or the Sustainable Development Goals. Learn More ! Widget Didn’t Load Check your internet and refresh this page. If that doesn’t work, contact us. Events Calendar
- Membership Payments | ACIC-CACI
Membership Payments Please ensure you have received confirmation from ACIC prior to paying your annual membership dues. For an invoice/receipt, or to submit payment by cheque, please contact us at membership@acic-caci.org Membership Type Select an item (C$) * Organizational Membership - C$150 Student-led Organizational Membership - C$50 Associate Organizational Membership - C$75 Individual Membership - C$35 Student Membership - C$25 Member Details Name Name of individual / organizational member Email Phone Province Website/LinkedIn Go to Checkout Thanks for submitting!
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- Individual Associates | ACIC-CACI
Individual Associates Learn more about our individual associates. To join ACIC as an individual associate, apply here. Read the benefits of joining ACIC membership here. Becca Bishop Nova Scotia Becca Bishop has been a community development practitioner for over five years with a degree in community development from St. Francis Xavier and formal training from Coady International Insitute. She is an advocate for cross-sector collaboration, transparency, and accountability and takes an asset-based approach to engaging young people as global citizens. Through her work as a Community Developer for HRM, Becca has supported community and public sector organizations to enhance their facilitation, capacity building, and public engagement efforts. Alongside the local community development work she leads, Becca is a consultant for international development projects. Currently, she is leading the youth public engagement activities for CARE Canada’s Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights project. Bobbi Zahra Nova Scotia Bobbi Zahra is a public servant who works with Fisheries & Oceans Canada, where she teaches and trains in IT/IM. Outside that role, she has always been active in her community and is presently the President of the Board of Halifax Theatre for Young People, an independent theatre company that commissions and produces work of enduring value for young people and their families. She is a Holocaust scholar, with a great interest in post-Holocaust theology. Although she has a Twitter account, she is somewhat sporadic in its use, but you will find her by the Twitter handle - @sleehah. Camila Dos Res Santos da Silva Nova Scotia Camila is passionate about social justice and community engagement, and actively supports movements for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, gender equality, active mobility, and sustainability. Her advocacy extends to addressing gender-based violence through a feminist lens, emphasizing holistic support services and culturally sensitive counselling. With experience as a Gender Advisor with Cuso International in Honduras and a Registered Counselling Therapist, she’s honed a deep understanding of intersectional oppression and the importance of mental health and gender equality. Committed to integrating decolonial, anti-racist, and intersectional perspectives, I advocate for awareness of compounded marginalization and prioritize clients' well-being in all endeavours. Catherine Ronahan Prince Edward Island Catherine has more than 10 years coaching and facilitating individuals/groups in career development Darlene Dorion New Brunswick An educator, a chartered mediator, a sustainable world peace activist, Darlene Doiron specialises in interpersonal workplace and community based conflict. She is best known for her longstanding peace work and dedication to creating a more positive and harmonious province of New Brunswick. Eliza Knockwood Prince Edward Island Eliza Knockwood is a Two Spirit Mi'kmaq filmmaker living and working out of Epekwitk (also known as Prince Edward Island, Canada). She started her career in the broadcast television industry at the young age of nineteen. Within a year she became the production coordinator on a television series and held that role for three years. In 2006 Eliza began her journey with documentary films and has directed several self-produced shots and community productions. In 2021 Eliza directed her first longer form project called The Ice Walk which was initially created in partnership with Bell Fibe TV1 and then repackaged into feature length film. She has just wrapped filming another short form series titled Gina'matimg - Time of Learning and is currently developing a feature documentary titled The Rite of Passage. Godspromise Effiong Nova Scotia Godspromise is a multi-skilled professional known for exceptional people and business friendly communications solutions through impactful mediation, product knowledge and portfolio management. An image-centric individual delivering strategic, clear and concise messages, product research and technical support with foundations in Conflict Resolution, Public Relations, Administration and Data Analysis, emerging GRC Specialist. Hareesh Sahadevan Nova Scotia Hareesh Sahadevan is eager to join ACIC because he aligns with its mission of fostering equitable and sustainable communities. As a board member of an NGO in Uganda focused on refugee resettlement, he sees collaboration with ACIC as a way to enhance his impact. Professionally, Hareesh is affiliated with Emvigo BPO, Gex Logistics, Best Recruitment, Tranztrex Solution, and Tecnostac Systems. His volunteer roles include Board Member of Care Well Foundation, Vice Chairman of Uganda BPO Association, President of ATHMA in Halifax, and Volunteer at ISANS. Heather Dicks Newfoundland and Labrador Heather brings with her over a decade of experience working in the field of International Development; this includes work with the Canadian government, the United Nations, and several non-governmental organizations in numerous countries across the globe. At present, she is completing a PhD within the Sociology Department at the Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador; her thesis research is centered on the nexus between International Development and Migration. She is also currently working on a SSHRC-funded mixed-methods research project exploring the impacts of COVID-19 on Small and Medium-sized Organizations working in Canada’s foreign aid sector. This research project is being led by the University of Guelph in partnership with the Spur Change Program. Concurrently she is working on a separate SSHRC-funded quantitative research project led by Memorial University in partnership with McMaster University. This project is exploring connections between remittance sending behaviors of Canadian immigrants and foreign aid. She holds a master’s degree in Globalization and International Development from the University of Ottawa and a bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a concentration in International Relations from Carleton University. Jennifer Fox Prince Edward Island Jennifer Fox has been interested in international development since youth. Through a post-graduate study in International Education (School Leadership) and with 20 years of Home Economics and Health teaching, Jennifer has established a commitment to building capacity internationally. Jennifer has a BSc from UPEI, worked as a teacher in the Yukon and Northwest British Columbia, interned with CIDA in Malawi, Africa (2004- 05) and has recently been trained in Humanitarian Education from the Canadian Red Cross. Jennifer King Nova Scotia Jennifer King brings with her over a decade of invaluable experience in international development, with a specialization in gender equality, rural development, and fostering systemic change. Having recently relocated to Nova Scotia, she is eager to forge connections with fellow professionals in Atlantic Canada, enriching our network with her expertise and dedication to global development efforts. Welcome back, Jennifer, as you rejoin our vibrant community! Kaitlyn Keleher New Brunswick Kaitlyn is a recent graduate of Mount Allison University, with a degree in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE). Kaitlyn has worked for the federal and provincial governments and remains committed to active global citizenship and the promotion of the Atlantic provinces. Kaitlyn seeks to continue her career in politics and justice, with a focus on international policy. Keith Forsythe Nova Scotia Keith Forsyth was a public Chartered Accountant for many years in Nova Scotia. Since then he has become a nomad traveling the world. He has spent over five years as an international volunteer in Africa, Southeast Asia and the Carribbean as well as spending over three years in the Canadian North. Kevin Deveaux Nova Scotia Kevin Deveaux is a Canadian lawyer who was elected to the Nova Scotia House of Assembly in 1998 for the constituency of Cole Harbour-Eastern Passage. He was re-elected in 1999, 2003 and 2006. During his time as an MP, he was the Deputy Speaker for the House from 1999-2003 and the Official Opposition House Leader from 2003-2007. In March, 2007, Kevin resigned his seat in the House of Assembly to work full time as a Senior Parliamentary Technical Adviser with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Hanoi, Vietnam. In August, 2008, he was appointed to the post of global Parliamentary Development Policy Adviser in New York with UNDP’s Democratic Governance Group, where he was in charge of the Global Programme for Parliamentary Support (GPPS) and provided guidance to more than 60 UNDP Country Offices working with national parliaments and political parties. In August 2012 he completed his work with UNDP and returned to Canada to practice law and to provide consulting services to parliaments. He has worked with the World Bank, the EU, DFID, FCO, UN Women, International IDEA and UNDP in the past years. Kevin O'Shea Newfoundland and Labrador Kevin O'Shea is the Executive Director of the Public Legal Information Association of NL (PLIAN). Currently living in St. John's, NL, Kevin was called to the bar as a member of the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador in 2011. Keyshawn Bonamy Prince Edward Island Keyshawn came to Canada from the Bahamas in 2015 to study Economics and Political Science at the University of Prince Edward Island. Graduating in 2020, she became the Executive Director of the Voluntary Resource Center, building upon years of volunteer work with Rotary International, WUSC, and other groups on the island. Louise Webb Newfoundland and Labrador Madison O'Connor New Brunswick Madison is currently a Career Resource Centre Coordinator, providing pre-employment services to high school students and community members. Madison holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Criminology and minors in Communications & Public Policy, Sociology, and Human Rights from St. Thomas University Mohammad Mashrur Sakib Khan Newfoundland and Labrador Mohammad is an experienced business organization consultant with a law degree who Managed a team of 30+ people in Europe to expand the company into 12 new locations—achieved a 20% annual growth in sales in a startup which was a noteworthy milestone in his career. Additionally, Mohammad has developed a fully satisfied customer concept for repetitive business. During his career, Mohammad has worked in various organizations, gaining skills such as time and team management, inventory management, budgeting, underwriting, analytical ability, critical thinking, problem-solving, etc. Peter Day Nova Scotia Peter graduated from Dalhousie in 2013 with a degree in international development and has carried out his own development mandate in Jamaica through Global Affairs Canada's International Youth Internship Program. He currently serves as a executive assistant in the office of Darrell Samson, Member of Parliament for Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook Rose Gyesi Newfoundland and Labrador Rose Gyesi is a graduate student studying political science at Memorial University. She is currently a student writer and blog content creator of the Political Science Graduate student association of Memorial University. She aspires to become an international Policy analyst and an active global citizen. Sean Kelly Nova Scotia Sean Kelly is an award-winning professional with over 30 years of experience in program development and management, strategic planning, inclusive leadership, communications, and adult education on environment and global development issues. He has worked for organizations including Clean Nova Scotia Foundation (first as Manager of Communications and then as Director of Clean Energy Programs), Cuso International, the Lester Pearson Institute for International Development, and Impact Organizations of Nova Scotia. He won a Global Citizen Award from the UN 50th Anniversary Committee of Canada. Sean is a past Head of Communications for Cuso International, a leading North American global development agency. He led the charity through a major re-branding, and was the editor of The Sustainable Times, a magazine on environment and international development issues sold at 350 newsstands across Canada. Sean has produced radio documentaries that have been heard on the CBC, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, and National Public Radio in the U.S. He has been published in many magazines and has won a National Magazine Award in Canada and a Gabriel Award for Documentary in the U.S. Seiku Diakite New Brunswick Seiku is a social work student at St. Thomas University with a keen interest in International Development. Seiku aims to address systemic barriers affecting vulnerable populations in society, create awareness on how International social work can promote social justice and advocate for structural changes in society. Shelagh Savage Nova Scotia Currently a lecturer with the International Development Studies department at Dalhousie University, Shelagh Savage teaches a course on Development in Practice. Prior to that she was Associate Director of Partnerships at the Coady Institute (2009 - 20019) where she focused on how important collaboration is in ensuring social change. Working for many years in international cooperation, she has been privileged to learn with – and from – amazing mentors in communities, institutions and organizations around the world. Shelagh currently serves on a number of boards and advisory committees (including ACIC and Royal Roads University) and worked for many years n the CIDA/DFATD/GAC environment – including co-chairing the first year of the GAC CSO Policy Advisory Group (CPAG). Stephany Peterson New Brunswick Along her path to PhD candidacy focusing on complexity, integration and implementation through a disposition of interdisciplinarity, Stephany earned her BA Honours with Distinction and MA Valedictorian. Her methodology fosters expressions of culture and identity as the vehicles for paradigmatic transformation in ever-changing and emergent environments. By disrupting space, place, and time, she holds those for the historically excluded to become part of our complex global society of meaning making for an emerging future. In this approach, underlying narratives become visible, and we recognize diversity as the strength of complex systems. Furthermore, the necessary reaction that is the process of knowledge implementation becomes the focus through relevant expertise common to any complex problem. Stephany stewards collaborations and has travelled to 50 countries on four continents for collaborating with relevant experts to tackle the most intractable problems we face as a global society: beyond symptoms and systems to a more comprehensive whole. She has modelled Tetrahedron for a relational model of knowledge from theory to policy to practice through the not for profit she founded for the purpose. Teresa Lush Nova Scotia Teresa considers herself a global citizen and has been fortunate enough to have traveled the world. She believes that we are all interconnected and that support for one another, no matter the geography, is imperative for us to move forward as a species. She is involved, and would like to be more involved, in furthering international development. She has volunteered in Guatemala for over seven years on her own. This has primarily been with Casa Guatemala, a jungle based orphanage and school on the Rio Dulce. She has also become involved with Ahicam, a home for adolescents and babies in Poptun and more recently, a startup school in Punta Brava, Guatemala. Valeri Pilgrim Newfoundland and Labrador Valeri Pilgrim is the Manager, Aboriginal Resource Offive at the Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) in St. John’s. She has been associated with the Aboriginal Resource Office of MUN since January 2011. She was first hired by Memorial University as the Aboriginal Liaison Officer with the Aboriginal Resource Office for three and a half years. In June, 2014 she took the position of International Student Advisor with the Internationalization Office (IO) where she remained until November, 2018. When the opportunity came up Valeri returned to the Aboriginal Resource Office as Manager in November, 2018. She considers her experiences working with Indigenous and international students extremely valuable, and has always felt enlightened and humbled by students from a variety of cultural backgrounds. In the 1990’s Valeri studied her undergraduate degree in anthropology & sociology at UNB, Fredericton and later completed a Master of Philosophy degree at the University of Oslo in Norway where she lived for two and a half years with her then 7 year old daughter, Kirsten. She self identifies as a Kablunângajuk which is essentially a mix between Inuk (singular for Inuit) and European settler in Labrador. She feels blessed to have grown up in the Inuit community of Nain in Nunatsiavut (Northern Labrador) and is a beneficiary of the Nunatsiavut Government. Last but not least, Valeri is the proud mother of 2 children, Dominic 12 & Kirsten, 24.
- Inter-Council Network | ACIC-CACI
About the Inter-Council Network www.icn-rcc.ca The Inter-Council Network (ICN) is a coalition of the eight Provincial and Regional Councils for International Cooperation , and is currently hosted at the Atlantic Council for International Cooperation . These independent member-based Councils are committed to global social justice and social change. The ICN provides a national forum in which the Councils collaborate for improved effectiveness and identify common priorities for collective action. Rooted in communities across Canada, the ICN is a leader in public engagement at a local and regional level, and is recognized for bringing regional knowledge and priorities to the national level. Created in 2006 through a collective effort of the Councils, and supported through CIDA funding from 2007, the ICN has met and continues to address key needs of the Canadian international development community. Representing over 350 CSOs across Canada, the ICN is well placed to identify and address regional concerns, and is deeply aware of the needs and challenges of the small and medium sized civil society organizations within our sector. Updates from the ICN ICN Youth Delegation 2025 The Inter-Council Network is proud to work with youth from across Canada in order to ensure that their voices have the opportunity to be heard at the AWID Forum 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. Learn More ICN Youth Delegation 2024 The Inter-Council Network is proud to work with youth from across Canada in order to ensure that their voices have the opportunity to be heard at the Sixty-Eighth Session of the Commission of the Status of Women (CSW68). Learn More
- Members | ACIC-CACI
Our vibrant coalition of Atlantic Canadian individuals, organizations, and institutions are committed to creating a more just, equitable and sustainable world. Our members work on achieving a peaceful and healthy environment, with social justice, human dignity and participation for all. Organizations based in Atlantic Canada can join our membership as an organizational member, while Atlantic Canadians can join as individual associates. Meet Our Members Membership Benefits Meet Our Members Meet Our Members Nova Scotia Newfoundland and Labrador New Brunswick Prince Edward Island All Organizational Members All Individual Associates Why should you join? Membership Benefits 1 Expand your network As a member of ACIC, you'll be part of a vibrant network that connects you with people, local organizations, and important groups working in the international cooperation sector, across the Atlantic region and at a national level. You'll have the opportunity to learn about their work, interact with them at their upcoming events, and learn what they're up to. Plus, you can share updates about your own organization, creating valuable connections and collaborations. 2 Professional and Capacity Development Opportunities We believe in your growth and expertise. ACIC hosts annual professional development workshops in the Atlantic provinces to enable knowledge sharing. These opportunities are spaces to learn new skills and gain practical knowledge. As a member, you'll enjoy free or discounted registration for these workshops. You'll be invited along with all our members, to join us at our flagship events, our Annual General Meeting, Symposium and networking opportunities to connect with peers, share experiences, and learn best practices in international development and global education. 3 Funding, Grants and Awards As ACIC Members, you can apply for our grants and awards. For our workshops and capacity building opportunities, members can apply for travel bursaries and workshop ticket bursaries. Every year, our members play an integral role in nominating and selecting the winner of the Shirley Case Leadership Award. Our members can apply for our funds every year, including for Organizational and Individual Membership Public Engagement Fund, partner with us for International Development Week, and for our Partnership Engagement Fund. We also regularly share opportunities for funding, grants and awards with our membership through our communication channels. 4 Your Voice Matters: Member-Driven Approach At ACIC, your voice matters. We are a council created by our members, for our members. This means you actively participate in shaping ACIC's policies, priorities, and procedures, ensuring they align with your needs and aspirations. Our member-driven approach fosters a sense of ownership and shared purpose, driving collective responses to challenges and opportunities within the international development and global education landscape. Our member-based committees offer space to direct dialogue, and ACIC programming. 5 Stay updated and engaged ACIC keeps you informed and engaged through our communication channels. You'll receive news, job opportunities, funding opportunities from the sector, and upcoming event details right to your inbox. We also share member events and opportunities on our website and social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads. If you need information about the international sector or our members, we're here to help. We also share updates and opportunities from Global Affairs Canada and national and international agencies. 6 Regional, National and International Representation We advocate for issues that are important to you. As current hosts of the Inter-Council Network, we offer a space to network and learn from other organizations across the country. We help facilitate leadership roles within regional, national and international dialogues for our membership. As members and partners of Cooperation Canada, Global Affairs Canada, and the federal government, we make sure your concerns are heard and addressed. 7 A Supportive Community with a Shared Vision We are a community united by a vision of justice, equality, environmental responsibility, and sustainable development in the Atlantic region. ACIC members are always there to support each other, making a positive impact together. Want to connect with a subject matter expert? Want to run your idea by someone, or looking for an organization to partner with? Reach out to us or other members, and we'll help you form those connections. Apply for Membership Apply for Organizational Membership Apply to Become An Individual Member To apply for membership, please fill out the application form. Once we receive your completed form, and our Membership Committee (formed of Board Members, Staff and other Members) approves your application, you can pay below. If you need assistance in the application process, would like more information, or are hoping to renew your membership, please reach out to us at membership@acic-caci.org .