The Advocacy Committee promotes and enables diverse partnerships with other York Region community organizations whose mandate is consistent with CFUW’s, i.e., improving human rights and the status of women and girls.
The Advocacy Committee engages its membership in active participation in public affairs. Members are encouraged to participate in the following:
- Submit researched initiatives for study and possible presentation as a proposed resolution to CFUW National and CFUW Ontario Council, or for action within our club and/or community.
- Participate in leading the review of CFUW National and Ontario Council resolutions.
- Inform members and the public about the annual 16 Days of Action against Gender-based violence and options for participation.
Resolution 1 Single Use Plastics
Resolution 2 "Right to Repair" for Large Household Appliances
Resolution 3 Canada's Opioid Crisis
Resolution 4 Post Pandemic Recovery for Women in Canada