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WOMEN YEAR AWARD [2 records]
Record 1 - internal organization data 2017-09-20
Record 1, English
Record 1, Subject field(s)
- National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
- Degrees and Diplomas (Educ.)
Record 1, Main entry term, English
- Canadian Federation of University Women
1, record 1, English, Canadian%20Federation%20of%20University%20Women
correct
Record 1, Abbreviations, English
- CFUW 2, record 1, English, CFUW
correct
Record 1, Synonyms, English
Record 1, Textual support, English
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 1 OBS
CFUW is a non-partisan, voluntary, self-funded organization with over 100 CFUW clubs, located in every province across Canada. Since its founding in 1919, CFUW has been working to improve the status of women and to promote human rights, public education, social justice, and peace. Every year, CFUW and its clubs award close to $1 million to women to help them pursue post-secondary studies. CFUW also provides funding for library and creative arts awards. 3, record 1, English, - Canadian%20Federation%20of%20University%20Women
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 2 OBS
Mission Statement. CFUW will continue to enhance its role as a national, bilingual, independent organization striving to promote equality, social justice, fellowship and life-long learning for women and girls. 4, record 1, English, - Canadian%20Federation%20of%20University%20Women
Record 1, French
Record 1, Domaine(s)
- Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
- Grades et diplômes
Record 1, Main entry term, French
- Fédération canadienne des femmes diplômées des universités
1, record 1, French, F%C3%A9d%C3%A9ration%20canadienne%20des%20femmes%20dipl%C3%B4m%C3%A9es%20des%20universit%C3%A9s
correct, feminine noun
Record 1, Abbreviations, French
- FCFDU 2, record 1, French, FCFDU
correct, feminine noun
Record 1, Synonyms, French
Record 1, Textual support, French
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 1 OBS
La FCFDU est un organisme bénévole, non partisan et autofinancé qui compte plus de 100 clubs de la FCFDU, situés dans chacune des provinces canadiennes. Depuis sa création en 1919, la FCFDU œuvre à améliorer la situation des femmes ainsi qu'à promouvoir les droits de la personne, l'éducation du public, la justice sociale et la paix. Chaque année, la FCFDU et ses clubs accordent près de 1 million de [dollars] aux femmes pour les aider à poursuivre leurs études postsecondaires. La FCFDU assure aussi le financement des prix des récipiendaires choisies par le comité des bibliothèques et des arts créatifs. 3, record 1, French, - F%C3%A9d%C3%A9ration%20canadienne%20des%20femmes%20dipl%C3%B4m%C3%A9es%20des%20universit%C3%A9s
Record number: 1, Textual support number: 2 OBS
Énoncé de mission. La FCFDU continuera de mettre en valeur son rôle d'organisation nationale, indépendante et bilingue qui cherche à promouvoir l'égalité, la justice sociale, la recherche et l'éducation permanente pour les femmes et les filles. 4, record 1, French, - F%C3%A9d%C3%A9ration%20canadienne%20des%20femmes%20dipl%C3%B4m%C3%A9es%20des%20universit%C3%A9s
Record 1, Spanish
Record 1, Textual support, Spanish
Record 2 - internal organization data 2017-01-25
Record 2, English
Record 2, Subject field(s)
- National Honorary Distinctions (Canadian)
- Social Services and Social Work
Record 2, Main entry term, English
- Thérèse Casgrain Volunteer Award
1, record 2, English, Th%C3%A9r%C3%A8se%20Casgrain%20Volunteer%20Award
correct, Canada
Record 2, Abbreviations, English
- TCVA 1, record 2, English, TCVA
correct, Canada
Record 2, Synonyms, English
Record 2, Textual support, English
Record number: 2, Textual support number: 1 OBS
During the International Year of Volunteers 2001, Human Resources Development Canada announced the launch of the Thérèse Casgrain Volunteer Award. The purpose of this award is to commemorate the work of Thérèse Casgrain and honour those who have demonstrated a lifelong commitment of volunteering. The award is presented annually to two Canadians, one man and one woman. This award recognizes the voluntary contributions of men and women from communities across Canada whose pioneering spirit, social commitment and persistent endeavors have contributed significantly to the advancement of a cause and the well-being of their fellow citizens. 1, record 2, English, - Th%C3%A9r%C3%A8se%20Casgrain%20Volunteer%20Award
Record 2, French
Record 2, Domaine(s)
- Titres honorifiques et décorations nationaux canadiens
- Services sociaux et travail social
Record 2, Main entry term, French
- Prix Thérèse-Casgrain du bénévolat
1, record 2, French, Prix%20Th%C3%A9r%C3%A8se%2DCasgrain%20du%20b%C3%A9n%C3%A9volat
correct, masculine noun, Canada
Record 2, Abbreviations, French
Record 2, Synonyms, French
Record 2, Textual support, French
Record number: 2, Textual support number: 1 OBS
Au cours de l'Année internationale des volontaires 2001, Développement des ressources humaines Canada a annoncé la création du Prix Thérèse-Casgrain du bénévolat. Ce prix, qui sera décerné à la mémoire de Thérèse Casgrain et de son œuvre, vise à honorer ceux et celles qui se sont distingués leur vie durant par leur engagement bénévole. Le Prix Thérèse-Casgrain du bénévolat sera attribué annuellement à un Canadien et à une Canadienne dont l'esprit d'avant-garde, l'engagement social et la persévérance dans l'action auront contribué de manière significative à l'avancement d'une cause sociale et au mieux-être de leurs concitoyens et concitoyennes à travers le Canada. 1, record 2, French, - Prix%20Th%C3%A9r%C3%A8se%2DCasgrain%20du%20b%C3%A9n%C3%A9volat
Record 2, Spanish
Record 2, Campo(s) temático(s)
- Títulos honoríficos y condecoraciones nacionales (Canadá)
- Servicios sociales y trabajo social
Record 2, Main entry term, Spanish
- Premio de Voluntariado Thérèse-Casgrain
1, record 2, Spanish, Premio%20de%20Voluntariado%20Th%C3%A9r%C3%A8se%2DCasgrain
correct, masculine noun, Canada
Record 2, Abbreviations, Spanish
Record 2, Synonyms, Spanish
Record 2, Textual support, Spanish
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