Founder Kirstin Lund Honoured With the Order of P.E.I.

On September 24th, Lund was recognized for her excellence and leadership.

Kirstin Lund was recognized for her “dedication to the safety, rights, and opportunities of women, and for her community-building."

Workshop Series: Civic Engagement for New Islanders

We’re offering workshops on October 16th, November 15th, and December 4th.

Join the PEI Coalition for Women's Leadership and Immigrant & Refugee Services Association for a friendly, informative and free workshop series for adult newcomers who do not (yet) have Canadian citizenship.

Sarah Outram Spoke on CBC's IDEAS Podcast with Nahlah Ayed

Sarah was one of five panelists to discuss political challenges and opportunities.

Sarah spoke about why it is important to name technology-facilitated gender-based violence as violence, and explained how this impacts women and gender diverse individuals when getting involved in politics.

Fireside Chat and Toolkit Launch!

We’re partnering with Amber Mac for an evening about technology, equity, and leadership.

On October 9th, we’re hosting a fireside chat with Amber Mac and launching our new resource, the Digital Self-Defense Toolkit, in honour of Women’s History Month.

The Island Trailblazers

Colouring books featuring Island women who made history in our province

The books come in English and French, they are free and available for pickup at the Voluntary Resource Centre and the Charlottetown Library Learning Centre.

Redefining our Role: Women's Leadership in Government and Beyond

We have a new look!

The Prince Edward Island (PEI) Coalition for Women in Government has announced a new name and brand identity that aligns with its expanded mission and community impact.

Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence Report

Report on the prevalence of TFGBV during the 2023 PEI Provincial election and a policy recommendation

This report aims to serve as a starting point to introduce the topic of technology-facilitated gender-based violence and its direct connection to women’s political participation in Prince Edward Island.

PEI Coalition for Women in Government Welcomes New Executive Director

Meet Sarah Outram

The PEI Coalition for Women in Government is thrilled to announce Sarah Outram as its new Executive Director.

Coalition Student Award Made Permanent

The Famous Five Graduating Student Award endowed for perpetuity at UPEI

To encourage and celebrate women in leadership positions, the Coalition, along with the Government of Prince Edward Island have endowed a scholarship at UPEI.

Coalition Commends Abolition of Evening Sitting Hours in PEI Legislative Assembly

The Legislative Assembly has voted to abolish evening sessions

On June 10, 2020, the PEI Legislative Assembly has voted to approve the abolishing of evening sitting hours as well as the implementation of a parliamentary calendar with fixed dates and alignment with the school year.