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March 8th was International Women’s Day and the Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union was proud to host the Nova Scotia Labour Federation’s 7th Annual International Women’s Day Breakfast. Given the recent lightening of COVID-19 restrictions, the NSNU’s boardroom became a beautiful breakfast venue and we couldn’t be happier to have spent our International Women’s Day welcoming so many inspirational women (and some appreciated male allies) to the office.
Honouring this year’s campaign theme, we came together to #BreakTheBias and stand up against the gender bias which adversely affects women in their workplaces and personal lives across the world. We heard from the Breaking the Bias Panel – featuring Sharon Hubley, Andrea Hancock and Samantha Hamilton – who shared their experiences with identifying,
combating and overcoming gender bias in their workplaces. These women are truly putting in the work to #BreakTheBias.
Associate Professor of Educational Mathematics at Mount St. Vincent University and lead negotiator and
grievance officer for MSVUFA, Dr. Genevieve Boulet, delivered an incredible keynote. She spoke of the
unprecedented criticisms, obstructive actions and questions she faced every step of the way as she broke down barriers and successfully negotiated a collective agreement that improves social responsibility; addressing
feminism, equity and inclusion. After Dr. Boulet’s presentation, it was clear to everyone how deserving she is to have received the Sister of the Year award for 2022.
On International Women’s Day and every day, the NSNU is proud to represent thousands of inspiring women, whom we commend for their strength, commitment and determination.
