Sara Wolfe

Super excited and proud about the launch of the Generations Ahead podcast, for Wilson College of leadership and Civic Engagement, produced by @thewalrus.ca Lab

The first episode of the new podcast series Generations Ahead is out now, featuring a conversation with Samantha Reusch of Apathy is Boring. Trust in politics, social media and AI, and youth engagement in Canada’s democracy are at the centre of the discussion. 🎧 Listen: lnk.to/generations-...

Opinion: We are not talking enough about the epidemic of Indigenous deaths during police interactions To truly stand together as a country, Canadians need to respond to the call for change from Indigenous peoples about our justice system

We are not talking enough about the epidemic of #Indigenous deaths during police interactions. From Aug. 30 to Dec. 14, 2024, 15 Indigenous people died, either in police custody or in police interactions. www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... via @theglobeandmail.com #policing #racism

On the ground in the epicentre of Ontario’s measles outbreak Resistance to vaccines, accelerated during the pandemic, has led to the worst spread of the illness in decades

In #measles country. Hundreds of Ontarians are getting sick with an illness Canada eliminated decades ago. Why are parents not vaccinating children, and how are health authorities responding to the outbreak? by @kellygrant1.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/artic... via @theglobeandmail.com

Canada's G7 must rally support for education of peace Last week Shelly Whitman, Fred Witteveen, and Laura Frigenti published an opinion piece in the Calgary Herald. With permission, I share their wise words:

“the international community have primarily focused on responding to crisis and violent conflict through a military and security lens, rather than a prevention lens.

…we must not forget that conflict and crises are exacting a devastating toll on children’s lives.”

chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...

Trump revoking protections for 530,000 Cubans, Haitians and other migrants Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans who entered the US under a Biden-era programme face deportation.

Important to note that the 530,000 people have visas and are in the U.S. legally. So this isn't about cracking down on "illegal immigration."

www.bbc.com/news/article...

Trudeau announces $37B in child care deals with 11 provinces and territories | CBC News Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government has signed agreements totalling almost $37 billion over five years with 11 provinces and territories that will extend the federal child care space program un...

Trudeau announces $37B in #childcare deals with 11 provinces and territories. (AB and SK the only holdouts.) Agreements will increase base funding by 3% per year for 4 years, starting in 2027-28. www.cbc.ca/news/politic... via @cbcnews.ca

What do I need to know right now about measles? - Transcript | CBC Radio The Dose Transcript for March 6, 2025

What do U need to know about #measles?
www.cbc.ca/radio/podcas...

My recent interview on the U.S. and Ukraine This week, I was interviewed by Bancroft This Week newspaper. Here is the transcript. The original interview is published here.

An important reminder of the history:

On 1994, Ukraine agreed to relinquish the world’s third largest nuclear weapon stockpile in exchange for securely guarantees from the U.S. and others.

Ukraine’s expectation of U.S. support is not just reasonable but promised.

chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...

Opinion: From Ontario to Texas, every measles infection is a preventable tragedy Why are we chipping away at one of the greatest public health victories ever – the elimination of measles?

Ontario is in the midst of its worst #measles outbreak in 30 years. So is Texas. Children are being sickened and dying of a vaccine-preventable illness. This is a tragedy, by @picardonhealth.bsky.social www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti... via @theglobeandmail.com #vaccination

‘She couldn’t walk, she couldn’t talk’: music therapy helped Joni Mitchell recover from a stroke – could it ward off depression and dementia too? When his friend, the legendary songwriter, had a catastrophic stroke, neuroscientist Daniel Levitin put together a programme of music therapy. Now he’s recommending it for a whole range of conditions

‘She couldn’t walk, she couldn’t talk’: music therapy helped Joni Mitchell recover from a stroke – could it ward off depression and dementia too? Neuroscientist/musician Daniel Levitin, author of "Music As Medicine" thinks so. www.theguardian.com/books/2025/j... via @theguardian.com #neuroscience

Signatories include: @benrowswell.bsky.social , @7thgenmw.bsky.social @chrishouston.ca and Professor Orbinksi, Principal-elect of @masseycollege.bsky.social

Conflict and hatred are on the rise.

The @canadianpeacemuseum.ca has published an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for more efforts to promote peace.
canadianpeacemuseum.ca/letter

If you’re afraid that books might change someone’s thinking, you’re not afraid of books, you’re afraid of thinking.

Newspaper clipping. Headline reads "Stories of Peace Awards Ceremony wins award". Full article available at link: https://www.thespec.com/news/canada/stories-of-peace-awards-ceremony-wins-award/article_69e0c317-950e-5db0-869a-c7cdf22abfda.html

Newspaper clipping. Continuation of story. Reads: "Award a real boost to museum launch" Full text at https://www.thespec.com/news/canada/stories-of-peace-awards-ceremony-wins-award/article_69e0c317-950e-5db0-869a-c7cdf22abfda.html

Things got a bit meta when our awards ceremony itself won an award.

Peace promotion is more urgent than ever. Thanks to everyone who supports our efforts.

I wrote this week about how peaceful protests work.

chrishouston.ca/stories-of-p...

Yesterday saw more examples:

1 - Below, on politics
2 - Yesterday, gas heating @avilewis.bsky.social bsky.app/profile/avil...

Suggestions:

▪️ @7thgenmw.bsky.social ( @canadianpeacemuseum.ca)
▪️ @themrise.bsky.social
▪️ @1pt5degreesofpeace.bsky.social (🕊️&🌎🎥)
▪️ @sndeall.bsky.social

Women in multilateral peace operations in 2024: What is the state of play?

SIPRI’s annual update on women’s participation in multilateral #PeaceOperations by Claudia Pfeifer Cruz. This overview tracks progress, identifies gaps, and offers insights into recent trends, promoting transparency in peace operations.

Explore the #SIPRI booklet ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/VYHM5282

10. It takes a community to raise a child - include them from the start.

9. You can't control everything - your birth may not (and likely won't) go according to exact plans, so keep your expectations realistic, be flexible and keep the big picture in mind.

8. For the labour support people specifically - it's not about you so whatever fear or discomfort you have at this moment, however tired you are, it is much much worse for them so suck it up and don't make it about you.

7. Love to get a baby in - make sure you're surrounded with love to get the baby out.

6. Crowd management - give nosey in-laws a job so they'll stay out of the way.

5. If it isn't working try something else - What works for some people might not work for others. What works at one point in the labour might not work later.

4. Go to prenatal class - learn a variety of helping techniques to support your labouring person (more than just ice chips and cheerleading).

3. Stay hydrated.

2. Eat throughout the labour - it's a marathon and you'll need your energy so have light, easily digestible things to keep you going.

1. Mindset matters - it will hurt a lot (they call it labour for a reason), but the reward is unimaginable.

post author is smiling in a hospital setting with a patient and newborn baby

I haven't practiced clinical hashtag#midwifery for years but I still get asked for advice on the best ways to prepare for labour and birth. Recently I wrote down my 'pro tips' and realized this is also good advice for those in the #socialfinance and #impactinvesting space. Here they are:

At current rate it will take 200 years to achieve #gender parity in #VC. Arian Simone of Fearless Fund with Narinder Dhami of New Power Labs at #CapitalUnlocked.