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Fall 2020 Newsletter
Gain an inside look at a few of the current changes taking place at the YWCA in this edition of our Fall Newsletter. View as pdf Learn about upcoming projects, join us in celebrating recent acts of kindness, and consider building new holiday giving traditions in support of local women and children.
What’s Next? Fund Update
Our What’s Next? Fund supports innovative programs that address the tough journey of rebuilding a life after the initial crisis of escaping domestic violence has passed. As a result of compassionate donor support, this fund is making it possible to overcome many of the challenges presented by COVID-19. We have started the process of creating…read more
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COVID-19 Update
Our shelter, support and crisis services for women who experience violence are still available. We have implemented COVID-19 screening assessment, disinfecting, physical distancing and isolation practices to keep everyone as safe as possible. We know that dramatic health protection measures will slow the transmission of the COVID-19 virus. Shelter, safety planning, referrals and ongoing support are more…read more
16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence
November 25 marks the beginning of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence, a world-wide event drawing attention and protest against violence against women. This year’s event carries a grim statistic-as the COVID 19 pandemic continues domestic violence numbers across Canada are rising. Kim Dolan, executive director of the YWCA, spoke with Lindsay Biscaia…read more
Wellness is a social justice issue in 2020
The Star | by Laura Elliot, YWCA Board Director We are wasting a crisis. While Toronto has been identified as a COVID hot spot, the reality is that low-income neighbourhoods make up the majority of outbreaks. Toronto publishes data on the concentration of infections in the city, and areas such as Glenfield-Jane Heights tend to represent a…read more