The Haliburton County Echo | By Mike Baker YWCA Peterborough Haliburton is offering women who have experienced gender-based violence the opportunity to pursue a new career. Applications for the 2021 Hazel Education Bursary have been opened, with Kim Dolan, executive director of the YWCA Peterborough Haliburton, noting there are two bursaries – one for $2,500 …
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The Highlander | Lisa Gervais | Cleaning out her files during her last week with the YWCA Peterborough-Haliburton, Paula Pepping is coming across cards from some of the “many, many, many” clients she has worked with during a 22-yearcareer.” I have had some lovely cards from women saying how grateful they are for our support …
The Haliburton Highlander | Peterborough-based philanthropists, David and Patricia Morton of the Morton Foundation, have made a $50,000 donation to the YWCA Haliburton County. The YWCA made the announcement Nov. 5. In a press release, Patricia Morton said, “we are inspired by the courage of isolated and vulnerable women who are struggling to survive and …
KawarthaNOW | Local philanthropists David and Patricia Morton have donated $50,000 in support of YWCA Women’s Centre of Haliburton County Outreach Services. “We are inspired by the courage of isolated and vulnerable women who are struggling to survive and escape from abuse and violence, and to build a better life for themselves and their children,” …
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“Our commitment to local women and children fleeing violence is something that truly resonates with our staff and customers alike. It’s been great for business and we’re honoured to continue our support. No one deserves to live with abuse. Period.” Monika Carmichael, General Manager of Trent Valley Honda Corporate Partnerships Today, customers are interested in …
Shelter, safety planning, referrals and ongoing support are more important now than ever. Staying home is causing increased risk of harm to women and children who are now trapped with abusers, with fewer opportunities to get help. Here and around the world, women who have been able to reach safety or call for help report …
Our community’s collective compassion has led to brighter futures for single mothers, spaces where girls can confidently hone their leadership skills, opportunities for families and neighbours to connect over food, and safer transitions for women and children fleeing abuse. Our hearts are full, sharing the many ways YOU’VE helped make life better over the past …
What’s unique about our work in Haliburton County? Why are we passionate about tackling food insecurity? How can you support a friend faced with intimate partner abuse? Download our Winter / Spring Newsletter for a closer look at what’s happening at the YWCA and how your support is helping to create positive change.
Our primary focus is on safety: immediate protection from violence and abuse. If the threat of danger is immediate Call 911 -Try to give the police your name, address and phone number. Provide as much additional information as circumstances allow. Let them know if: your life is in danger. you are injured and will need an …
We’re here to listen, to help a woman see her own strength and to provide resources that will help her find safer ways of moving forward in her life. Transition Support We offer free, confidential support to women who are concerned about the health of their relationship or are planning to leave an abusive situation: …
