CFUW-Northumberland (CFUW-N) is a branch of CFUW, a non-partisan, voluntary self-funded organization with over 100 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. CFUW supports club activities with a wealth of resources, supporting advocacy in the areas of the three national priorities: Education, Equity and Social Justice, and Safe and Healthy Communities.

CFUW-Northumberland was founded in 1991. We seek to provide lifelong learning and promote education and advocacy for gender equality and the rights of women and girls. We are particularly active in supporting women who are pursuing further education/training. We raise funds annually for scholarships for women across Northumberland County. $14,000 in scholarships and bursaries was awarded by CFUW-N in 2023-2024.
Learn more about our scholarships here.

Members meet regularly to hear speakers on a wide range of subjects such as health, the arts, current events, environment, local history, women’s issues and education.  Our meetings are a prime opportunity to promote fellowship, stay informed and learn about opportunities for advocacy in our communities, provincially and nationally.  They usually take place on the first Monday of the month, except July and August. When there is a public holiday, our meeting usually moves to the following Monday. Our meetings may be a hybrid format (in-person with a Zoom option) or Zoom-only, particularly in the winter “poor driving” season. Special events, e.g., our holiday season luncheon, may take place on other days, at other times.

Through our many and varied interest groups, CFUW-N members have the opportunity to make lasting friendships and enjoy the benefits of learning, socializing and supporting one another. Learn more about interest groups here. Members receive regular updates about interest groups and upcoming activities.

CFUW Northumberland acknowledges the ancestral and traditional territory of the Mississauga and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations.  We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for generations.  We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us.

CFUW Northumberland is dedicated to lifelong learning and promotes education and advocacy for gender equality and the rights of women and girls.  We commit to taking action toward reconciliation by supporting Indigenous student success by sponsoring an award through an Indigenous student support fund at Trent University’s Peoples House of Learning that enables students to further their education goals and realize their dreams.

We seek a new relationship with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, one based on truth, dignity, and mutual respect.  Their presence continues to enrich the vibrancy of all our communities.

 

Affiliate Links:

CFUW NATIONAL: cfuw.org

CFUW ONTARIO COUNCIL: cfuwontcouncil.org

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