Advancing women, gender, and social justice
The Mount Saint Vincent University Institute for the Study of Women (ISW) was revitalized in 2011 and renamed the Institute for Women, Gender, and Social Justice (IWGSJ) to reflect contemporary realities of the University’s ongoing commitment to gender equality and Women’s Studies. In February 2013, the Institute was renamed to honour Alexa McDonough and became the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender, and Social Justice (AMI).
Our Mission:
The AMI aims to achieve equity and improve lives through feminist initiatives that extend knowledge and understanding of issues related to women, girls, gender, and social justice for the Mount community and beyond.
Contact Us
Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender and Social Justice
Mount Saint Vincent University | 166 Bedford Highway | Halifax, NS | B3M 2J6
Email: ami@msvu.ca
Sponsor Us!
Sponsor the AMI’s Girl’s Conference today!
Make sure to select the Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender & Social Justice option under “Designations”.
Or send a cheque to:
Alexa McDonough Institute for Women, Gender & Social Justice
Mount Saint Vincent University
McCain Centre, Mailbox M21
166 Bedford Highway, Halifax, NS
Canada, B3M2J6
Join our Network
Signing up is easy and free! Joining the AMI’s network will connect you to an array of activities, events and education/research opportunities!
AMI International Day of the Girl Child Poetry Competition
As we approach the International Day of the Girl Child, we are excited to launch our Poetry Competition.
This competition is open to girls aged 9-17 and focuses on the theme “Girls’ Vision for the Future.” It is an excellent opportunity for young poets to express their hopes and dreams while competing for a chance to win prizes and have their work published.
Guest Judges:
- Clare Goulet
Clare Goulet’s writing has appeared in The Fiddlehead, Grain, Room, & others. Her most recent book is Graphis scripta: writing lichen (2024).
- Damini Awoyiga
Damini Awoyiga is a high school student. She is an activist, spoken word poet, and the former Halifax’s Youth Poet Laureate (2023-2024).
Submission Details: 1 submission per person, maximum 40 lines
Submission Deadline: October 31st, 2024
Prizes: 1st Prize: $100, 2nd Prize: $50, 3rd Prize: $25
Opportunity: Winners will be invited to read their poems at the Girls Conference on May 22, 2025, and the winning poem will be published in the AMI’s Working Papers in Atlantis.
Submit to: girlsconference@msvu.ca or submit here: https://forms.gle/JeT1eUy18dpSQR9F8
Please include your name in the email subject.
