About
CIFAL York is part of UNITAR's global network of training centers for knowledge-sharing, training, and capacity-building for leaders, local authorities, and civil society. Established in 2020 as a partnership between UNITAR, York University and York Region, CIFAL York started its operation in June 2021 as the first CIFAL Centre in Canada.
Vision
CIFAL York envisions a more sustainable, inclusive, and equitable world, empowering communities to overcome global challenges, while integrating the UN Sustainable Development Goals for shaping a better future.
Mission
CIFAL York is dedicated to serve as a hub for knowledge exchange and capacity building among government officials, the private sector, academia, and civil society. CIFAL York works towards a global outreach and positive change through bridging gaps and facilitating a range of inspirational training and research opportunities.
CIFAL York Focusing Areas
- Disaster Risk, Emergency Management and Humanitarian Actions
- Health, Development, Environment & Climate Change
- Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
- Entrepreneurship, Digital Technology, and Economic Development
- Advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals
CIFAL York Recent & Upcoming Events and Courses
Driving Sustainable Prosperity Course
Emergency Management in Hospitals & Healthcare Speaker Series
Climate Change Emergencies & Cultural Heritage Speaker Series
VR/XR Based Training & Education Speaker Series
Emerging & Systemic Risks Monthly Lectures
Upcoming Events
SESSION 3 WEDNESDAY APRIL 3 12:00PM-1:00PM (EDT)
Speakers:
Simon Bridgland, RN, Emergency Management Specialist, Risk, Niagara Health
Joshua Marshall, ABCP, Emergency Management Specialist, Risk, Niagara Health
Topic: Code Maroon: The Evolution of A Severe Weather COOP
VIRTUAL SESSION 11 : April 8, 12:00-1:00PM EST
Speaker: Cecilie Smith-Christensen, Expert Advisor to UNESCO World Heritage Sustainable Tourism Program. Lead Developer of the UNESCO World Heritage Visitor Management Assessment and Strategy Tool
Topic: World Heritage Tourism Futures: Enhancing Communities Adaptive and Transformative Capacity through Collaborative Finance
Link to Information & Registration
Introduction to Emergency Pet Services
Instructors: Cheryl Rogers - Canadian Disaster Animal Response Team
Dates: April 15th, 2024 - 09:00AM - 4:30PM EDT
Location: Victor Phillip Dadaleh ADERSIM LAB, Schulich Building, York University
Link to Information & Registration
Driving Sustainable Prosperity: Unleashing the Power of SDGs for Economic Developers
Instructors: Alia Abbas - Economic Development Professional; Dana Abou Shackra - Entrepreneurship Programs Professional
Dates: April 16-18, 2024
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
WORLD TB (TUBERCULOSIS) DAY
Date & Time: March 26, 11AM-12:45PM EDT
Topic: YES! WE CAN END TB!, Leveraging Artificial Intelligence Solutions for the Prevention and Control of TB
HYBRID SESSION 14 | MARCH 21, 2024, THURSDAY 12 PM-1 PM ESTADERSIM EOC, N004 Schulich Building, York University
Speaker: Terry Cannon, Emeritus Research Fellow, Institute of Development Studies at University of Sussex, UK & Honorary Professor at University College London
Topic: Intersecting injustices and competing narratives for climate change
SESSION 13 FRIDAY MARCH 22 12:00PM-1:00PM (EST)
Speaker: Rob Theriault, Immersive Technology Manager, Georgian College
Topic: XR & AI Enabled Experiential Learning
SESSION 5 TUESDAY MARCH 12 9:00AM-10:30AM (EDT)
Nurses' Voices from Southeast Asia
Moderator: Dr. Phalakshi Manjrekar, Nightingale Initiative of Global Health Board of Directors; Director of Nurses, PD Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre, India
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Deepika Cecil Khakha, Nursing Advisor, Indian Ministry of Health & Family Welfare