Winter Training Panel & Social
Sharing stories across decades of organizing
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Progress Toronto is excited to announce our Winter Training Panel and Social! Join us on Monday, February 24 to discuss the wins and lessons throughout the years with long time organizers Carolyn Egan and Winnie Ng - the conversation will be moderated by Toronto trailblazer Ausma Malik. There will be an opportunity to socialize after the panel!
Winter Training Panel and Social: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
Monday, February 24
6:00PM-9:00PM
477 Richmond St. W., Suite 104 (map)
(Spadina Ave. and Richmond St. W.)
Capacity: 30-35
As we build our campaigns and organize to win, we want to recognize that our work is not happening for the first time. This Panel and Social is to take the time to learn lessons from across decades of organizing here in Toronto. We’ll hear stories of organizing against conservative governments, how our political moment echoes the past, and how we can build upon yesterday’s work today.
Ausma Malik - Moderator
Ausma is a trailblazing human rights and social justice activist, with years of leadership in community organizing and public policy. Her work experience includes roles at Queen’s Park, Director of Campaigns and Community Outreach at the Stephen Lewis Foundation, labour organizing and campaigning for child care nationally.
From 2014 to 2018, Ausma was elected and served as Toronto District School Board (TDSB) Trustee in downtown Toronto (Trinity-Spadina). With her election, Ausma became the first hijab-wearing Muslim woman to be elected to public office in Canada. Her organizing continues now, as Director of Social Engagement at the Atkinson Foundation, a social and economic justice foundation that strengthens the movement for decent work and a fair economy. Ausma also hosts Atkinson's Just Work It podcast about decent work, for and by, millennials.
Carolyn Egan - Panelist
Carolyn is a passionate organizer and activist. Carolyn has a long record fighting for good jobs and women’s rights. She is the President of the United Steelworkers Toronto Area Council, Co-Chair of the Good Jobs for All Coalition, a member of the International Women’s Day Committee and founded the Immigrant Women’s Health Centre. Carolyn is a long-time activist in women’s and trade union movements in Toronto.
Winnie Ng - Panelist
Winnie is a dedicated labour rights activist and scholar. For over three decades, Winnie has championed the rights of workers through her involvement with various labour organizations. She is the labour co-chair, alongside Carolyn, of Good Jobs for All Coalition, an executive member of the Asian Canadian Labour Alliance, and a board member of Labour Community Services. Winnie advocates for women’s rights, labour equity, and anti-racism issues.
Winter Training Panel and Social: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
Monday, February 24
6:00PM-9:00PM
477 Richmond St. W., Suite 104 (map)
(Spadina Ave. and Richmond St. W.)
Capacity: 30-35
This is a free event. We are accepting donations when you register to help cover some costs. If you can, please chip in! You can also chip in to our training fund here.
