April 25 & 26, Loyala 290 Conference Hall, Saint Mary University, Halifax, Canada
HEARTS Global Network is a social venture committed to promoting global peace and gender equity by empowering individuals and communities to address systemic challenges through innovative education, entrepreneurial leadership, and storytelling. Our mission is to create a global village where every person has access to education, basic human necessities, equity, and freedom from violence.
We prioritize the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of Gender Equality (SDG 5), Quality Education (SDG 4), Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16), and Climate Action (SDG 13). Additionally, our work supports No Poverty (SDG 1), Good Health and Well-Being (SDG 3), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), and Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10) by addressing systemic barriers to equality, safety, and sustainability.
Annual events that bring together global leaders, activists, and changemakers to explore innovative solutions for peacebuilding, education, and social justice.
Celebrate underrepresented voices through engaging stories.
Empower women through entrepreneurship and education.
A monthly program for African youth focused on career development, leadership, and study abroad opportunities, empowering them for academic and career success.
A skills-based program for teens, equipping them with tools for peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and promoting non-violence in their communities.
An initiative providing quality education in safe, supportive environments to empower Africa's most vulnerable youth and break the cycle of poverty, aligned with SDGs on poverty, security, and education.
We acknowledge that we are gathered on the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People. We recognize their deep history, culture, and ongoing connection to this land, which is part of Mi’kma’ki, the traditional territory governed by the Peace and Friendship Treaties.
We also acknowledge the significant contributions of the African Nova Scotian community, whose roots run deep in this region, with a history spanning over 400 years. We honor their legacy, resilience, and continued impact on shaping the social, cultural, and economic fabric of Nova Scotia.
We are committed to fostering a space of learning, inclusion, and mutual respect as we work towards reconciliation, equity, and justice for all.
