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The Art of Thriving: A visual journey of wisdom, healing and hope through the lens of gender-based violence survivors and allies

Register now! First workshop on MAY 13th! Looking for participants in a PhotoVoice Exhibit - No artistic/photography experience needed!

WNPEI invites all survivors of GBV, and individuals involved in the AWAPEI events with Pathways To Thrive, Chrysalis, sanARTe, Sisterhood Soul Sessions, STRIDE and Thriving In Color

Feminist Coalition calls for Basic Income Guarantee in federal party platforms

Organizations co-signed letter urging all federal political parties to commit to BIG as clear policy priority

A new coalition of feminist organizations from across Canada is coming together to push for a Basic Income Guarantee (BIG) to be a priority in the upcoming federal election.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! - ACT BIG Conference 2025

Register now and save 20% with our early bird pricing until April 1st!

Women’s Network PEI invites non-profit organizations, advocates, community members, and policymakers to join us and explore the transformative potential of a Basic Income Guarantee (BIG) in advancing gender equity and economic justice.

Call for Presenters Now Open - ACT BIG Conference 2025!

Join the movement! Share your vision on advancing gender equity through Basic Income Guarantee

Women’s Network PEI invites presenters to submit proposals for the ACT BIG Conference 2025, exploring the potential of Basic Income Guarantee in fostering gender equity and economic justice. Application deadline is March 28th, 2025.

Celebrate Island Women: WNPEI's Fundraising Event a Resounding Success

A thank-you to all who supported us

On November 10, 2024, WNPEI held its eagerly awaited annual fundraiser, "Celebrate Island Women," at Charlottetown's Trailside Music Hall. It was an evening brimming with entertainment, community spirit, and dedication to gender equity.

Reconnections: Creating intergenerational space for women and gender-diverse people

Join our monthly meetups in North Milton and Lower Montague areas!

The Reconnections program is dedicated to building a strong, inclusive community by creating a welcoming, intergenerational space where women and gender-diverse Islanders can come together and share their passions.

Still Visible 2024/2025 Waitlist Signup

The peer support group for senior women is back!

Still Visible - a Charlottetown-based peer support group for self-identifying women ages 55 plus: put your name on the waitlist.

Women's Festival 2024

The festival has begun!

The participants, women and non-binary folk, are currently at the Festival socializing, plotting, learning from each other, and celebrating WNPEI's 40th Anniversary! If you didn't get to go, you can still get a T-shirt!

The report and recommendations are out

Women's Network PEI, as part of WGLI, helps make the case for Basic Income Guarantee

Economists and researchers, public servants, politicians, and advocates from Prince Edward Island and across the country have collaborated to design a feasible and progressive guaranteed basic income program for our province.

Survivor-Led in Practice: Supporting Intersectional Expertise and Leadership in the GBV Sector

A two-day virtual forum

Save the dates: February 6-7! This Learning Network virtual forum will bring together service providers, organizational leaders, and community advocates to reflect on what it means to be survivor. WNPEI's Pam Atkinson is one of the speakers.

Women's Festival 2024 is in the Works

Thank you, survey participants!

WNPEI has wrapped up the survey of past Women’s Festivals attendees, performers, organizers, and other interested folks. We are extending a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who participated.

S.T.R.I.D.E. Gathering for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence

Do you want to help build a community of healing, advocacy and support?

Join us for a social gathering to build meaningful connections, create change, learn about healing and support other survivors of GBV on November 30!

Wild Hub Registration Now Open

First session is on Thursday, September 28

Women’s Network and PEI Wild Child Forest School are teaming up again this year to offer Wild Hub program for 12-15-year-olds. This fun and educational program is free for all participants.

Paid Sick Leave Legislation

Our call to government to support the proposed legislation

This legislation would support low-wage workers, often women, care workers, cashiers, cleaners, and servers. Access to paid sick days could lessen the economic burden faced by women, who are likely to be the ones to need time off work.