Mon, Oct 20
|Toronto
Girls in Focus: Understanding the Impact of the Digital Era on the Girl Child
The first of its kind, Girls in Focus is a groundbreaking conference hosted by the Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women’s Empowerment in partnership with Humber Polytechnic designed to facilitate dialogue on the impact of the digital era on girls and young women.
Time & Location
Oct 20, 2025, 8:30 a.m. – Oct 21, 2025, 4:30 p.m.
Toronto, 3199 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 3X5, Canada
About the Event
Building off the findings shared in the Jean Augustine Centre's 2025 Empowered Report, this two-day conference will shed light on the impact of the digital era on the girl child through illuminating keynote speeches, panel discussions, and Q&As from leaders in the nonprofit and academic sectors.
Key highlights include...
Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals from the social services and nonprofit sectors who are passionate about making a difference in girls’ lives.
Inspiring Speakers: Hear from esteemed speakers who will share insights about the impact of digital tools and recommendations for improving online spaces.
Gourmet Dining: Enjoy a variety of breakfast and lunch options prepared by the skilled team at Humber Polytechnic.
Proceeds from ticket sales will enable the Jean Augustine Centre to continue providing high quality and affordable after-school programs, workshops, camps, and other support to girls and young women in the GTA.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the dress code for this event?
Attendees are encouraged to wear formal attire.
2. Will there be parking available on-site?
Yes, there is ample free on-site parking.
3. Is the space wheelchair accessible?
Yes.
4. I have a food allergy/dietary restriction. Where can I indicate it?
When you complete registration details before purchasing a ticket, you will be prompted to enter any dietary restrictions or allergies.
5. I am attending with multiple people. Can I request that we be seated together?
Tickets that are purchased in a single order will be seated at the same table. If you wish to be seated together, designate a person to place the order on your group’s behalf to guarantee you will be together. Tickets purchased separately will be seated based on available space, and we are unable to accommodate seating requests.
6. I would like to be a sponsor for Her Future Forward. Who do I contact?
For sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to valerie@jeanaugustinecentre.ca or marsha@jeanaugustinecentre.ca.
7. I can’t attend, but I would like to donate to the Jean Augustine Centre.
Thank you for your generous offer to support our work. You can donate on our website. Thank you!