Released on December 6, 2001
Saskatchewan women's groups and community organizations that support women,can now apply to the Saskatchewan Women's Secretariat for a $500 grant to
help with the cost of sponsoring an activity or event in recognition of
International Women's Day (IWD) -- March 8th, 2002.
"International Women's Day is celebrated around the world," Minister
Responsible for the Status of Women Judy Junor said. "It is a day for us
to recognize the work women do in pursuit of equality, and to celebrate
their many achievements. It is a day for us to reflect on challenges that
still lie ahead, and to re-energize our efforts as we continue to work
toward our goals."
Non-profit groups are invited to complete a grant application, and return
it to the Women's Secretariat by January 31st, 2002. A group can sponsor
its own activity or join with other groups to sponsor a major event. All
activities or events must focus on a status of women issue, and occur
before March 31st, 2002.
"Women's groups need an opportunity to profile the work they do on behalf
of Saskatchewan women. It is imperative that issues facing women be talked
about so they do not become invisible or go unchecked," Junor said. "These
grants are meant to make this possible."
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For more information, contact:
Gail Quinney
Women's Secretariat
Regina
Phone: (306) 787-2340