Tell us a bit about yourself! Well, I’m Allison and I am one of the new Basic Needs Coordinators in the Centre! I started mid-August, and so if you’ve been in the Centre lately you’ve probably seen me around! I have a background in Addiction and Community Support, with a passion for supporting others to …
Tell us a bit about yourself! I was born and raised in Calgary, although my family is originally from Egypt and I grew up with a very proud fusion of both the Canadian and Egyptian culture! I am a mom to a 7 year old son. My background is mostly counselling in the field of …
Catherine always described herself as a “self-supporting” woman; she worked full-time for over 40 years. After a series of difficult circumstances, Catherine experienced homelessness for the first time as a senior. “I was scared. I had nobody. I had no job. I was losing my apartment. I couldn’t afford to eat. It was a very …
Every Woman’s Place for Connections, Community and Support: Catherine’s Story Read More »
The Women’s Centre has been supporting women in the community for over 20 years. Issues including family breakdown, poverty, unemployment, domestic violence and discrimination can bring women through the doors of the Women’s Centre, where they can be supported through our variety of services. At times, these challenges women are facing may bring about legal …
Tell us a bit about yourself! I’m a current Social Work student completing my final practicum at the Women’s Centre. I was born and raised in Calgary, however, travelling to new places is something I love to do and can’t wait to travel more after graduation. I like to spend my time doing anything creative …
Meet Tiffanie, our new Basic Needs Practicum Student Read More »
March 8 is International Women’s Day – a day to celebrate women’s achievements and acknowledge barriers women continue to face, here in Canada and around the world. At the Women’s Centre, this means reflecting on progress made in work to improve the status of women, while recognizing the great amount of work that still needs …
On Wednesday, August 16 the Women’s Centre held its second Feminist Walk of the year. About 40 people joined us to celebrate the Centre’s 20th anniversary. The walk, led by volunteers, explored its programs, herstories, accomplishments, and neighbourhood. The first stop on the tour was Inglewood Art Supplies located just down the street from the …