Immigrant women’s double penalty: Being a woman and an immigrant
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Immigrant women take more than 5 years to fully integrate into the Canadian labor market due to various barriers. Over 60%, even after 5 years, still struggle to find decent work that aligns with their international experience and education.
HOW IHS WORKS
InHeartSight Community (IHS) brings together employment and entrepreneurship service providers, employers and equity-centered initiatives, leveraging technology and community support to accelerate transitions to a better life and decent work.
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​As our name suggests, we share our insights and the heart is at the centre of everything we do. We come from a place of empathy, caring, and understanding. We recognize every woman’s accomplishments and courage to start a new life in a different country. We know the value of having a community to help us find our path.
OUR GOAL
To fast track every immigrant woman's employability and inclusion in Canada
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OUR PILLARS OF DEVELOPMENT
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Every immigrant woman deserves equal access to opportunities
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Barriers should be eliminated and equitable distribution of opportunities should be ensured to enable immigrant women's full and effective participation at all decision-making levels.
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Every immigrant woman can be a champion leader of social change
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Immigrant women possess the power to be influential advocates and catalysts for positive societal transformation, helping amplify unheard voices and meaningful impact within the community.
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Career and personal development should work hand in hand to advance careers and individual growth
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This interconnectedness fosters self-awareness,
self-leadership and resilience, preparing individuals for the rapidly changing world.
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Decent work serves as a pathway toward better lives for individuals and sustainable national economic growth
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Decent work not only enhances individual well-being but also family and community well-being.
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Achieving inclusive Canada requires a united community effort and innovative human-centric technology
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Collaboration among socially driven stakeholders is pivotal in driving the systemic changes needed for a more inclusive society.
OUR IMPACT
Transforming Careers
Transforming Lives
Transforming Canada
Together, we contribute to attaining three United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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SDG 5
Gender Equality
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SDG 8
Decent Work and Sustainable Economic growth
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SDG 17
Partnership for the Goals
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