Join us for “International Development Week (2025)”, an annual event organized by the International Development Postgraduate Program of The Business School at Centennial College. The event will be held in-person on Tuesday, February 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Centennial’s Event Centre. Students, faculty and professionals interested in NGOs’ activities, Sustainable Development Goals, and international development studies are welcome to join. Registration is required upon arrival at the event.
On the morning of February 4th, students will present findings and insights from their research in international development. Following this, we’ll join Good Neighbours Canada for a documentary screening and discussion focused on their community-led development efforts in Asia. In the afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with development and humanitarian professionals from twelve NGOs, who will discuss a broad range of topics, including food security, environmental sustainability, and economic development. This event provides a platform for collaboration, learning, and the exchange of ideas across the sector.
Our partners this year include
- International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF)
- Ontario Council for International Cooperation (OCIC)
- Alongside Hope (PWRDF)
- Jane Goodall Institute
- Rooftops Canada
- Good Neighbours Canada
- Youth Challenge International
- Cuso International
- Casa Foundation
- Casa-Pueblito
- Canada Forum for Impact Investment and Development
- Canadian Feed the Children
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. | Arrival, registration and light breakfast |
| 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Opening |
| 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Beyond the classroom: connecting to the real-world of International Development |
| 10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. | Coffee break |
| 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Good Neighbours Canada: documentary and discussion |
| 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Lunch |
| 12:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | NGOs on stage (presentations and networking activities) |