Pinned Event
Panel Discussion | Social Media Disinformation: How to Prevent, Identify, Combat
This event is in partnership with the Public Policy Program at Massey College in Toronto and CMU featuring: The Honourable Matt Wiebe, Minister of Justice and Attorney General from the province of Manitoba and Professor Heidi Tworek, Canada Research Chair and the Director of the Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions at the University of British Columbia. The event will be moderated by Tom Axworthy, Public Policy Chair at Massey College.
CMU Library & Online
May 1 • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Art Exhibition | Divergence & Connection
Curated by Leona Herzog and part of Flash Photographic Festival 2025, this exhibition includes work of twelve photography-based artists from across Canada!
MHC Gallery, 610 Shaftesbury Blvd.
Apr 3 – May 10
Conflict Transformation Through Dialogue and Narrative
Join us for an evening workshop designed to foster understanding and empathy through the power of storytelling and shared experiences.
CMU (room TBD)
May 27 • 6:00–9:00 PM
May 27, 2025
Conflict Transformation Through Dialogue and Narrative
6:00–9:00 PM 
CMU (room TBD)
Join us for an enlightening evening of Conflict Transformation Through Dialogue and Narrative, an event designed to foster understanding and empathy through the power of storytelling and shared experiences. This event will be co-facilitated by two distinguished peacebuilders, Izzeddin Hawamda and Karen Ridd, who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in peace and conflict studies.
This event is open to anyone interested in conflict resolution, peacebuilding, and social justice. It is particularly suited for:
- Community leaders and activists
- Educators and students
- Professionals in conflict resolution and mediation
- Individuals passionate about storytelling and creative expression
- Anyone seeking to engage in meaningful dialogue and foster understanding across diverse perspectives
Join us for an evening of community engagement, where stories are shared to inspire transformation through the power of dialogue and narrative. We look forward to seeing you there!
Facilitators:
- Izzeddin Hawamda: Born in a rural village near Nablus, Palestine, Izzeddin has lived in Canada for over 15 years. Izzeddin is the founder of Sadaa an organization that promotes stories of marginalized and underrepresented voices. He holds a PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Manitoba, focusing on interfaith dialogue. Izzeddin is passionate about creating opportunities for dialogue through storytelling and is actively involved in various organizations promoting rights and liberties, resilience, and diversity.
- Karen Ridd: With a career spanning over three decades, Karen is a mediator, facilitator, and educator with extensive experience in conflict resolution and human rights. She has worked in war zones in Central America and has been recognized with numerous awards for her contributions to peace and justice. Karen is also an associate of Training for Change and Mediation Services, and a member of several dialogue and social justice initiatives.
Mennonite/s Writing Conference
Words at Work and Play—an international conference regarding any form of Mennonite literature.
CMU Campus
June 13–15
CMU 25th Celebration
Celebrate CMU's 25th Anniversary with this special event. More details to come.
Marpeck Commons (2299 Grant Ave.)
September 19 • 7:00 PM
Fall at CMU
Leisurely walk through over 35 craft and food vendors, entertain your kids with Bubble Man and a bouncy castle, enjoy food from one of several food trucks, and watch cyclists race around campus.
Fall at CMU has something for everyone!
CMU North Side
September 20 • 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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