Take steps to end global poverty. Join us and take steps to end global poverty World Partnership Walk

Take steps to end global poverty. Across Africa and Asia, we are seeing encouraging signs of progress in our fight to end global poverty …but there is much more work to be done.

Take steps to end global poverty. Over the last 29 years, the World Partnership Walk has raised more than $82 million, making a critical contribution to development programs that are revitalizing poor communities.

Take steps to end global poverty. As Canada’s largest event dedicated to raising funds and awareness to end global poverty, the Walk is held annually every May and June in 10 cities across Canada. VICTORIA VANCOUVER TORONTO REGINA OTTAWA CALGARY EDMONTON KITCHENER-WATERLOO LONDON MONTREAL

Take steps to end global poverty. In 2013, thanks to the dedication and support of over 800 local and national companies and 1,500+ volunteers, it attracted nearly 40,000 Canadians and raised more than $7 million.

Take steps to end global poverty. And provided a glorious opportunity for friends, family and colleagues to walk, and to celebrate their fundraising successes with a fun-filled day of great food, games and entertainment.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in Calgary we raised over $1.3 million in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk returns to scenic Prince’s Island Park on Sunday, June 8.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in Edmonton we raised over $1M in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk returns to the Legislature Grounds on Sunday, June 8.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in Kitchener-Waterloo we raised over $200,000 in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk returns to Waterloo Public Square on Sunday, June 8.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in London we raised over $100,000 in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk moves to picturesque Victoria Park on Sunday, June 8.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in Montréal we raised over $260,000 in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk returns to picturesque Parc Jean Drapeau on Sunday, June 1.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in Ottawa we raised over $250,000 in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk returns to scenic Major’s Hill Park on Sunday, June 1.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in Regina we raised over $100,000 in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk returns to scenic Legislative Grounds, Wascana Park on Sunday, June 1.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in Toronto we raised over $1.7 million in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk returns to bustling Metro Hall on Sunday, May 26.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in Vancouver we raised over $1.5 million in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk returns to Lumbermen’s Arch in Stanley Park on Sunday, May 26.

Take steps to end global poverty. Last year in Victoria we raised over $125,000 in the fight to end global poverty. Join us in 2014 as the Walk moves to scenic University of Victoria on Sunday, May 25.

Take steps to end global poverty. Why walk with us? Because your support is making a difference. And because you get back as much as you give.

Take steps to end global poverty. Funds raised by the Walk are invested by Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC), a long-standing and trusted development partner, in programs that target community-driven, sustainable solutions to poverty. Registered Canadian Charity Non-denominational with deep, diverse roots across Canada Invests in community-driven, sustainable solutions in some of the world’ s poorest countries Builds the long-term capacity of people to help themselves

Take steps to end global poverty. 100% of donations made go towards AKFC international development projects.

Take steps to end global poverty. This public support is leveraged with donors like the Canadian government to multiply each dollar as many as nine times over.

Take steps to end global poverty. Together with like-minded Canadians, you are fundamentally changing the lives of people and communities in the world’s poorest regions. Let us share a few success stories. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT HEALTHY FAMILIES EDUCATION HEALTH

Take steps to end global poverty. In Bangladesh, it’s reaching out to poor and marginalized communities to help children get a head start in learning so that they are better prepared for primary school and beyond. In Bangladesh, 95% of children enroll in primary school, but more than 47% drop out before completing their primary education. AKFC is working with local partner NGOs to improve teacher training and quality of education in pre-schools. By better preparing children at a young age, students are more likely to stay in school and break the cycle of poverty.

Take steps to end global poverty. In Afghanistan, it’s providing training for nurses and midwifes to help improve access to and quality of maternal and child health services for their communities. More women die in childbirth in Afghanistan than almost anywhere else in the world. Canadian-supported programs are training midwives and nurses who will return to work in their communities. These programs will directly benefit an estimated 478,000 people.

Take steps to end global poverty. In Mozambique, it worked with communities and farmers like Issa to increase food security and provide them with the tools and resources to raise a healthy family. In northern Mozambique, many communities deal with poverty, malnutrition and a lack of resources. An AKFC-supported program is providing hands-on training and workshops to improve crop yields, nutrition, and increase food security. An estimated 33,000 households will be reached by this program.

Take steps to end global poverty. In Egypt, it’s providing loans and seed capital to help entrepreneurs like Mohammed develop skills, grow their businesses and lift their families and communities out of poverty. Unemployment in Darb al- Ahmar is 16%, more than twice the Canadian average AKFC-supported program is providing vocational training, loans and business development services 26,749 loans have been granted since 2008

Take steps to end global poverty. Join the growing network of globally-minded Canadian citizens and companies who recognize the need to invest beyond our borders, and learn how participating in the Walk also benefits you.

Take steps to end global poverty. The Walk is a tremendous way to build morale and team skills while giving back to the community. It’s also a great opportunity to get together with friends and make new business contacts.

Take steps to end global poverty. Both individuals and teams can earn meaningful recognition and rewards, including the chance to visit some of our programs in the developing world.

Take steps to end global poverty. And your company benefits through local and national marketing and media exposure, building profile and awareness in your community leading up to and on Walk day.

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