Equality Matters

I Am A Crossroader – Join The Movement Today

Caroline Aubry-Abel, Gender Equality Advisor | March 2, 2021
Posted in Blog Stories, Gender Equality, Global Citizens

When I first began volunteering with Crossroads International in Togo in 2019, I knew I was part of something larger. Working on an issue of urgent human rights in another country truly makes you feel like a global citizen.

Volunteering in a global pandemic – yes we can!

Carrie McElroy, Volunteer Mobilization Manager | January 31, 2021
Posted in Blog Stories, Global Citizens

Volunteering and partnering to support women and girls facing great adversity in Africa during a global pandemic looks different, but it is needed now more than ever. Discover why Nana, Maryse or Moustapha are committed to share their skills and knowledge to keep making a difference.

Change Starts With You: My Journey to International Volunteer Cooperation

Magalie Ménard, Program Support Advisor, Tanzania | December 8, 2020
Posted in Blog Stories, Rights of Women and Girls

I write to you from Tanzania, where I am currently on my third volunteer mandate with Crossroads, with a simple message: global citizens for change are needed now more than ever.

VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS IS NOT ON PAUSE: A DOUBLE PANDEMIC

Heather Shapter, Executive Director | November 2, 2020
Posted in General

We are facing a double pandemic: violence against women and girls is not on pause. The fight for equality and justice must continue. Here is what Crossroads International is doing through the UN’s 16 Days of Activism Campaign.

“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.”

Heather Shapter, Executive Director | October 5, 2020
Posted in General

The evidence is clear that protecting girls’ rights now, keeping them safe from violence, and giving them opportunities to succeed will transform communities and change the world.

WE controversy has lessons for global cooperation movement

Heather Shapter, Executive Director | September 9, 2020
Posted in General, Global Citizens

The international development sector is needed now more than ever, but how can we do more every day to make valuable change as a charity in Canada and as an international development agency fomenting global cooperation.