Active Clubs

We are the University of Waterloo Student Chapter of the Canadian Association for Global Health (UW CAGH). We represent a student-led initiative designed to foster research and networking in global health among University of Waterloo students across all disciplines. Our goal is to engage with students interested in global health research or who may be considering a career in the field of global health, to open opportunities for professional development.

UW CAGH runs termly general member...

Menstruation is often stigmatized across diverse cultures and communities and is associated with negative connotations. UW Empower Cycle is an organization that is committed to uplifting and empowering marginalized women in period poverty, which is a crucial public health concern. Period poverty refers to the inability of women to access menstrual products due to financial constraints. It is estimated that Canadian women spend up to $6,000 in their lifetime on menstrual hygiene products. At...

The University of Waterloo Japanese Student Association (JSA) is a club aimed to foster a community connecting students of Japanese background, bringing a deeper sense of home and family to our members. Our club provides a space to meet others with shared experiences, build lasting friendships, and support one another throughout university life.
In addition to fostering this close-knit community, we also celebrate and share the rich Japanese culture through various events and activities....

The New Democratic Party Club of UWaterloo is aimed at creating a welcoming and inclusive space for progressive students to learn about and participate in Canadian politics, at all levels.

We will strive to lessen the barrier of entry, which prevents so many Canadians from getting involved in politics. We will do this by bringing together students who have already begun their political journeys and those who want to get started on their own, as well as politicians and activists who have...

Voices for Palestine is a student-led organization at the University of Waterloo dedicated to advocating for peace, justice, and freedom for Palestine.

We engage in a diverse array of activities, all designed to foster understanding and solidarity. Our efforts range from awareness campaigns and peaceful demonstrations to speaker series and film screenings. These activities are designed to highlight the rich Palestinian culture, history, and the ongoing struggles faced by its people due to...

The purpose of the club is to promote Arab heritage through cultural, social, and educational events. We aim to build a community that connects students of Arab origin and/or interested in Arab culture to foster mutual support. WASA intends to strengthen the Arab community in UWaterloo and address Arab affairs.

WiSTEM (Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) was founded in Spring 2013 by UW students who want to promote equality in STEM disciplines. Although we focus on the issue of gender imbalance, we encourage both males and females, grads and undergrads, and anyone with a connection to STEM to participate. Our activities are a mix of skills workshops, topical discussions, homework help, speakers, and special trips. We hope to deliver a regular programme of events spanning all STEM...