Benefits of being a member
PEPINES is a women’s network that seeks to transform society to ensure better representation of the interests and rights of all women at all decision-making levels in the Eastern Townships.
PEPINES is a community rich in experience that mobilizes and seeks to educate the Eastern Township population on the importance of the participation of women from all walks of life in decision-making. It is also a community that helps other women reach places of power in a spirit of mutual support.
Being a member of PEPINES means:
- Being part of a community of committed and inspiring women ;
- Defending the rights of women of the Eastern Townships ;
- Providing women access to places of power in the Eastern Townships ;
- Making our community sustainably more equitable and inclusive ;
- Benefiting from the experience of elected officials and former elected officials by having access to networking and mentoring activities for candidates and newly elected officials.
Member activities:
- Annual general meeting.
- Several networking events throughout the Eastern Townships.
- Mentoring program for candidates and elected officials.
- Conference and occasional panels throughout the year.
Being a member of PEPINES costs $10 per year
Being a organization member of PEPINES costs $40 per year
Power
Allow women to take the power and use their power
Politics
Changing policies and politics by and for women
Participation
Promote citizen participation of all women