Global Dignity Canada announced the appointment of its new Board of Directors, led by Chair Emeritus Giovanna Mingarelli. The new appointments aim to bring together “[…]a diverse and dynamic group of leaders dedicated to advancing the mission of Global Dignity.” Ms. Mingarelli commented, “I am thrilled to support our new leadership as we continue to inspire … Read more
Canada kicked off its third annual National Kindness Week, running from Feb. 11-17, with a press conference hosted by Global Dignity Canada. Global Dignity Canada Vice-Chair Olivia Bechthold emphasized that kindness lies at the heart of dignity, echoing the mission of Global Dignity Canada, a non-profit organization empowering young people worldwide. “We should continue to honour and … Read more
Thousands of Canadian students and young leaders gathered in celebration of the international day to empower youth with dignity, Global Dignity Day. Joining 500,000 of their peers in more than 60 countries, students celebrated the tenth anniversary of Global Dignity Day internationally. The national event, hosted on Parliament Hill by NDP leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.), … Read more
Global Dignity Canada formally launched its Many Faces of Dignity campaign as its theme for this yearʼs internationally recognized Global Dignity Day (GDD). The third national edition of GDD Canada will be a celebration of the diverse interpretations of human dignity and how these forces play out in peoples lives. "The goal of this yearʼs … Read more
Global Dignity Day Canada released nine short videos narrated by prominent national role models promoting the importance of dignity. Chair of Global Dignity Day Canada Giovanna Mingarelli said Global Dignity is proud to present national role models and their inspiring messages about the importance of treating each other with dignity the group celebrates Global Dignity … Read more
Inuit student and Canadian Ranger Curtis Konek of Arviat, Nunavut, has been named a national role model for Global Dignity Day Canada 2012. Konek said it is a great honour for him to work with students around the world to promote the concept that everyone has the right to lead a dignified life. The full release … Read more
