Awards & Recognition
As a non-profit organization committed to advancing the rights of Afghan women and girls through education and advocacy, we are proud to demonstrate our consistent and unwavering commitment to positive change. Each award and accolade received represents a milestone in the journey towards empowerment, resilience, and progress for the women of Afghanistan.
Join us in celebrating the dedication and success of all those leaders, donors, and volunteers who have played a pivotal role in shaping a brighter future for Afghan women and girls.
For more milestones in our history, visit the 25 Years of Impact Timeline
Women of the Year – Chatelaine Magazine
Lauryn Oates recognized as one of the Women of the Year in Chatelaine Magazine
Canada Women of Influence – National Post & L’Oreal
Janice Eisenhauer, CW4WAfghan founder, Lauryn Oates and Bev LeFrancois recognized as Canada Women of Influence by National Post & L’Oreal
YMCA Calgary Peace Award
Calgary CW4WAfghan members were the recipients of the YMCA Calgary Peace Award in the International category for their contribution to supporting peace and human rights for Afghan women and their families
Alberta Centennial Medal
Alberta Centennial Medal awarded to Janice Eisenhauer in recognition of her outstanding service to the people and province of Alberta
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal awarded to Janice Eisenahuer
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal was awarded to Linda Middaugh and Bev LeFrancois, co-founding members of CSAW
Humanitarian Award – Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario
Humanitarian Award from the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) awarded to Linda Middaugh, co-founding member of CSAW (Oakville), who was also featured in ETFO’s Women’s History Month poster produced in collaboration with the Women’s Future Fund
Global Television Woman of Vision Award
Global Television Woman of Vision Award to Carolyn Reicher, CW4WAfghan co-founding member and past President, for her work with human rights and Afghan women
Integrity Award – Rotary Calgary
Integrity Award from Rotary Calgary to Janice Eisenhauer
Making A Difference for Women Award – Soroptimist International Calgary
Making A Difference for Women Award from Soroptimist International Calgary to Janice Eisenhauer
Governor General’s Award in Commemoration of the Person Case
Governor General’s Award in Commemoration of the Person Case awarded to Bev LeFrancois, CSAW co-founding member and founder of Women of Halton Action Movement (WHAM) for her vision and leadership
International Award – Town of Oakville Community Spirit Awards
International Award at the Town of Oakville Community Spirit Awards celebration Oakville awarded to Canadians in Support of Afghan Women (CSAW) / CW4WAfghan Chapter in Oakville
Lewis Perinbam Award for Volunteerism in International Development – World University Service of Canada
Lewis Perinbam Award for Volunteerism in International Development awarded by the World University Service of Canada (WUSC) to Janice Eisenhauer
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal – Province of British Columbia
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal from the Province of British Columbia for community service awarded to Lauryn Oates
Alumni Leadership Award – Royal Roads University
Alumni Leadership Award from Royal Roads University to Lauryn Oates
City of Calgary Signature Award
City of Calgary Signature Award presented to Janice Eisenhauer
Papei Humanitarian Award
Awarded to CW4WAfghan in recognition of commitment and persistent endeavours that have significantly enhanced psychological health and well-being
Mark DeWolfe Social Action Award – Unitarian Congregation
Mark DeWolfe Social Action Award from the Unitarian Congregation, Mississauga awarded to Barb Wood of Canadians in Support of Afghan Women (CSAW) / CW4WAfghan Chapter in Oakville
Alberta Order of Excellence
Alberta Order of Excellence awarded to Janice Eisenhauer
Paul Harris Fellow Award – Rotary Club
Paul Harris Fellow Award from Rotary Club awarded to current Executive Director, Dr. Lauryn Oates, in 2015. The Award acknowledges ‘service above self’ to one’s community, nation or the world
YMCA Kingston Peace Award
YMCA Kingston Peace Award to Kingston chapter chair and CW4WAfghan Past President, Madeliene Tarasick. This award recognizes local residents who “demonstrate a commitment to building peace within their community or communities elsewhere in the world”
Rotary Peace Fellowship Award
Rotary Peace Fellowship Award to Susan Hartley of CW4WAfghan Atlantic Chapter and former board member
Best Practice Honouree – Library of Congress
The Afghanistan Reads! Program is recognized as a Best Practice Honouree by the Library of Congress
Presidential Citation – American Library Association
Presidential Citation from the American Library Association (ALA) for Innovative International Library Project is awarded to the Darakht-e Danesh Library
Canada’s Meritorious Service Cross
Canada’s Meritorious Service Cross awarded to co-founders Janice Eisenhauer and Carolyn Reicher
Renate Shearer Human Right Award
CW4WAfghan’s Vancouver Chapter is awarded the Renate Shearer Award for remarkable contributions to the field of human rights
