PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women
Conseil consultatif sur la situation de la femme de l’Î.-P.-É.

Working for gender equality for all Islanders

Promoting changes of attitude within the Prince Edward Island community

Advising government to achieve equality in legislation, policies, and programs

The PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women (PEIACSW) is an arm’s-length government-appointed Council. Nine Council members are selected from among Island women who have demonstrated a commitment to women’s equality and who represent regional, cultural, and ethnic diversity.

Travailler à l’atteinte de l’égalité des genres pour tous les Insulaires

Favoriser les changements d’attitude dans la communauté de l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard

Conseiller le gouvernement pour établir l’égalité dans les lois, les politiques et les programmes

Le Conseil consultatif sur la situation de la femme de l’Î.-P.-É. (CCSFÎPÉ) est un conseil indépendant dont les membres sont nommés par le gouvernement. Le Conseil est composé de neuf membres sélectionnés parmi des femmes insulaires qui font preuve d’intérêt pour l’égalité de la femme et qui représentent la diversité régionale, culturelle et ethnique.

Recent news from PEI ACSW

Community Notices, May 30, 2024

Welcome to our Community Events and Notices E-News for Thursday, May 30, 2024   New listings this week: 1) World Menstrual Day May 28 2) Rae Spoon with Nikkie Gallant and PEI Queer Choir (and Volunteer request) 3) Upcoming Webinar - Coercive Control and IPV:...

World Menstrual Day May 28

I share these thoughts on May 28th, the date recognized to talk about menstrual equity and lessen the stigma that often burdens those who menstruate. There is a new initiative taking shape in Charlottetown that is part of a nation-wide and international effort to...

Community Notices, May 23, 2024

Welcome to our Community Events and Notices E-News for Thursday, May 23, 2024   New listings this week: 1) National Rainbow Week of Action – PEI Status of Women Voices Support 2) Reminder: Wo-He-Lo & QEH Auxiliary Sale Begins Tomorrow 3) Free Community Secure...

National Rainbow Week of Action – Council Voices Support

On May 17, the National Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Program Coordinator Michelle Jay spoke at an inspiring rally of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies in Charlottetown. She shared messages of support and unity from each of Council's members and...