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FAMOUS 5 FOUNDATION

Famous 5 Foundation empowers women and girls through education, advocacy, and community engagement, honoring the legacy of the Famous Five who fought for women's rights in Canada. We strive for equality and inspire future generations.

Join the Famous 5 Foundation on 'Persons' Day for Calgary's most inspiring tea party of the year! Celebrate the 96th Anniversary of the 'Persons' Case verdict by Alberta's Famous 5 by raising a teacup in the company of some of Canada's most remarkable trailblazing women! October 18th is 'Persons' Day thanks to the courage of the Famous 5 and the resilient female leaders who continue to make change in the spirit of the Famous 5.This elegant afternoon event will include remarks and performances by outstanding Canadians. Their messages will inspire you to become a leader too! Enjoy the delights of a decadent afternoon tea service served with a side of history - the Crystal Ballroom at the Fairmont Palliser Hotel is one of only five locations where the Famous 5 were ever together in person!Pink Teas were once a code for secret gatherings to discuss women's rights. Todays Pink Teas are a platform for lively discussion, challenging topics and solutions for equality issues that still challenge us today. Raise a teacup with us!

Famous 5 Foundation - Pink Tea at the Fairmont Palliser Hotel

SHARI GRAYDONChange Doesn&rsquo;t Just HappenSeptember 15&nbsp; Award-winning feminist activist, author, and advocate Shari Graydon has spent three decades using media, writing, and public engagement to advance social change. Her work has helped thousands of women and gender-diverse experts share their knowledge and strengthen their influence in public life. PINK AFTER 5 SPEAKER SERIES Conversations with women who challenge the status quo, rally people around bold ideas, and turn leadership and determination into progress. Hosted monthly from September to December at AspiHer Women&#39;s Business Club guests can gather to connect, learn and be inspired.&nbsp; Each evening includes:✔ Networking✔ Featured Speaker✔ Moderated Conversation✔ Audience Q&amp;A✔ Refreshments

Pink After 5 with Shari Graydon

PATTI PONPublic Art, the Famous 5 and Their LegacyOctober 13 Patti Pon is President &amp; CEO of Calgary Arts Development and a respected civic and arts leader.&nbsp; She will explore public art, the Famous 5, and how monuments, stories, and public spaces shape the way communities understand history. PINK AFTER 5 SPEAKER SERIES Conversations with women who challenge the status quo, rally people around bold ideas, and turn leadership and determination into progress. Hosted monthly from September to December at AspiHer Women&#39;s Business Club guests can gather to connect, learn and be inspired.&nbsp; Each evening includes:✔ Networking✔ Featured Speaker✔ Moderated Conversation✔ Audience Q&amp;A✔ Refreshments

Pink After 5 with Patti Pon

JANET BROWNDemocracy and the Alberta Referendum: A RetrospectiveNovember 10 With over 35 years of experience in polling and marketing research, Janet is Alberta&rsquo;s most recognized pollster and political analyst. She will bring her insight into public opinion, politics, and democracy to a timely conversation about Alberta&rsquo;s political landscape post referendum. PINK AFTER 5 SPEAKER SERIES Conversations with women who challenge the status quo, rally people around bold ideas, and turn leadership and determination into progress. Hosted monthly from September to December at AspiHer Women&#39;s Business Club guests can gather to connect, learn and be inspired.&nbsp; Each evening includes:✔ Networking✔ Featured Speaker✔ Moderated Conversation✔ Audience Q&amp;A✔ Refreshments

Pink After 5 with Janet Brown

BOBBIE RACETTECourage, Determination, and Indigenous InnovationNovember 10 Bobbie Racette is a 2SLGBTQIA+ M&eacute;tis-Cree entrepreneur and tech leader who founded Virtual Gurus. She will share her experience challenging barriers in the tech industry and explore how courage, determination, and inclusive innovation can create new opportunities and drive progress. PINK AFTER 5 SPEAKER SERIES Conversations with women who challenge the status quo, rally people around bold ideas, and turn leadership and determination into progress. Hosted monthly from September to December at AspiHer Women&#39;s Business Club guests can gather to connect, learn and be inspired.&nbsp; Each evening includes:✔ Networking✔ Featured Speaker✔ Moderated Conversation✔ Audience Q&amp;A✔ Refreshments

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