Building a Feminist Coalition for Basic Income Guarantee
Women’s Network PEI launches two-year initiative to highlight the benefits of Basic Income Guarantee across Canada
Women's Network PEI is part of a groundbreaking two-year project, 'Building a Feminist Coalition for Basic Income Guarantee,' funded by Women and Gender Equality Canada.
This initiative aims to drive meaningful change by advocating for Basic Income Guarantee (BIG) as a solution to income inequality, poverty, and the creation of a more inclusive, equitable society.
As the cost of living rises, many individuals in PEI and across Canada are struggling to make ends meet, with women and gender-diverse people disproportionately affected. These groups are often overrepresented in low-income brackets, underscoring the urgent need for systemic change.
The project will engage communities, raise public awareness, and mobilize a coalition of feminist and social justice organizations committed to advancing Basic Income Guarantee for PEI and Canada.
A key component of this work will be the ACT BIG Conference (Advocating Canada Toward Basic Income Guarantee), taking place in Charlottetown on June 5-6, 2025. The event will bring together non-profit organizations, advocates, community members, and policymakers to explore the transformative potential of BIG for individuals and communities
Learn more and register for the ACT BIG Conference, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for project updates and announcements!
Upcoming BIG events
BIG Workshop: Diving deep into Basic Income Guarantee on PEI
When: Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
(storm date February 22)
Where: Kings Playhouse, Georgetown, PE
Hosted by Women's Network PEI and the PEI Working Group for a Livable Income
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ACT BIG Conference: Advocating Canada Toward Basic Income Guarantee
Who: Non-profits, advocates, community members, and policymakers interested in Basic Income Guarantee
When: June 5 and 6, 2025
Where: Holland College, Charlottetown, PE
Theme: Gender Equity — Economic Justice — Thriving Communities
Hosted by Women's Network PEI and the PEI Working Group for a Livable Income
*We're currently accepting applications from those who would like to speak at the conference! More information