It’s January and start of a new year. But what a start it’s been. With the ongoing Covid-19 variants and shifts in what’s happening, it can get overwhelming. With everything that is going on it’s good to remember things that are okay to do and ask for. Women’s Legal Mentorship Program has a few reminders about things that are okay.
It’s exam time! That means lots of coffee, finishing up term papers, hours of studying and then writing exams! Since the Women’s Legal Mentorship Program (WLMP) is 100% volunteer run and receives no government or university funding. We rely… Read more
Today is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women and we remember those who have experienced gender-based violence and those who we have lost to it. It is also a time to take action. On… Read more
September 30th will be the first ever National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The WLMP and its volunteers will not be working on September 30th. We feel that the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation should give space to… Read more
The Women’s Legal Mentorship Program (“WLMP”) formally launched its national peer mentoring program this week. It’s the first truly national peer mentoring program for women law students in Canada. Starting this week, all eligible self-identifying female law students… Read more
Tomorrow is the start of PRIDE Month. Fight Bigotry and Hatred. We stand in solidarity with the LGBTQI2+, non-binary and gender diverse community. That’s why we will be amplifying messages and social media accounts representing the LGBTQI2+, non-binary and… Read more
Today is International Trans Day of Visibility. We see you and recognize the work and sacrifices made in the fight for gender equality. We celebrate your achievements and know that there is much work still to do. The Women’s… Read more
The Women’s Legal Mentorship Program (WLMP) condemns the violent racist acts against members of the Asian community. What happened in Atlanta was motivated by racism and misogyny. It is the latest in an ongoing targeting of members of Asian community.
Today we come together and stand together. Working towards ending the systemic barriers facing all self-identifying women. Let’s face it, there’s a lot! It’s also a day we renew our commitment to challenging society and advocating for equality for all.
As part of an early International Women’s Day celebration, the WLMP, in collaboration with the Advisory Committee on Women at Justice Canada (ACWJ) and the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law, hosted our annual virtual speed mentoring event!