Tessa McFadzean

Director, Good Shepherd Women's Services.

[Tessa McFadzean @Tessalee3]

Privileged to work alongside courageous changemakers @GoodShepherdHam fiercely dedicated to eradicating systemic barriers and supporting survivors of violence.
#TBTN2025
#WeBelieveSurvivors
#EndGBV

[Tessa McFadzean @Tessalee3]

In #solidarity we stand.
For information on local resources for survivors of gender-based violence & sexual assault please visit https://t.co/O5kdGaXkme @WAWGHAMILTON
For information on resources available across the province, please visit https://t.co/SSAXmosOSO and @OaithDotCa

[CBC Hamilton @CBCHamilton]

Hamilton's outdoor shelter now has 19 residents and the plan is for it to be full by the end of the month, operators and city officials say. https://t.co/covo66YVa1

[Learning Connections Hamilton @lchamont]

The @HRIChamilton invites you to join their Beading Circle! Participants can continue an existing project or start something new. The Circle will run on Thursday evenings from January 16 to the end of June. To register, contact 905-548-9593 ext. 257 or email [email protected].

[OAITH @OaithDotCa]

Over the last 52 weeks, there have been 62 women and children killed. The escalating number of femicides in #Ontario demands urgent action.

Our 2023-2024 Annual #Femicide List is now available: https://t.co/Ad2V7IKAvq

Press Release: https://t.co/plDDUOto6A

#GBV

[Tessa McFadzean @Tessalee3]

Gathered at Queens Park on the #InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfViolenceAgainstWomen with colleagues across the province and @OaithDotCa to discuss strategies to #EndGBV
Resolution requires action. Consultation MUST serve as a pathway for systemic change.

[GSWS Wellness @GSWSWellness]

@GoodShepherdHam Women's Services will be there at TBTN HAMILTON Thursday Night!!! @SACHAhamont @Tessalee3 #ibelieveaworldfreeofviolenceispossible #GBV

[Hamilton Spectator @TheSpec]

Synthetic opioid more potent than fentanyl found in fake oxycodone pills: Hamilton police https://t.co/jRjQTP9qLt

[Tessa McFadzean @Tessalee3]

Since November 2023, there have been 42 known #femicides in Ontario, 7 in July. Femicide impacts the entire community. If you need support please visit https://t.co/58jXRisp2u or https://t.co/tCw143OyXL for a list of services. My deepest condolences.
@OaithDotCa @WAWGHAMILTON

[Hamilton Police @HamiltonPolice]

Hamilton Police Investigate Homicide and Suicide Following Wellbeing Check.

READ MORE: https://t.co/xHEhbTcyj5

[Good Shepherd @GoodShepherdHam]

#WorldRefugeeDay acknowledges the strength & courage of people who are forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. Refugees need our solidarity now more than ever. We must build empathy & understanding for their plight & recognize their resilience.

[Tessa McFadzean @Tessalee3]

We are truly grateful for the talent, vision, and generosity of the artist who transformed our outdoor wellness space. Such a beautiful creation!

"Art speaks where words are unable to explain" - Author Unknown

[GSWS Wellness @GSWSWellness]

An inspirational and creative art piece was added to the walls in our Wellness Garden this week. Thank you to the Amazing Artist who has added this whimsical creation to welcome people into our garden space. 🎨🖌️ @GoodShepherdHam @Tessalee3

[Ontario Women @WomenON]

Run by and for Indigenous women Talk 4 Healing is a confidential helpline that offers culturally grounded counselling, advice and support in a safe and accepting environment.

Help is available 24/7 in 16 languages.
Talk + text: 1-855-554-HEAL (4325)

[Tessa McFadzean @Tessalee3]

Today and tomorrow! Join us at Good Shepherd Women’s Services between 1pm and 4pm.
There are so many great health and social service providers available on site for immediate access to services and support!

[Greater Hamilton Health Network @GHHN_TheNetwork]

Our 11th Women's Health Drop-in Days are coming up on June 5th and 6th from 1 - 4pm! Come to the Good Shepherd (30 Pearl St N) for low barrier, accessible health and social services. Please share widely across your networks. Email [email protected] for more information.

[Momentum @queermomentum]

Calling queer and trans folks in rural, remote and northern parts of Canada! Check out Momentum's new Queer Advocacy Leadership Program.

Thank you to @cdnwomenfdn for helping to make this important program possible.

[GSWS Wellness @GSWSWellness]

So Excited to Host the Women's Health Drop-in Days!! Looking forward to welcoming everyone!!! @GoodShepherdHam @Tessalee3

[Tessa McFadzean @Tessalee3]

@IsisIntrepid @queermomentum @swaphamilton @cityofhamilton @FaeJohnstone @AndreaHorwath @alexwilson96 @CraigCassar @jeffbeattie2014 @MarkTadeson I'm so sorry I could not be there today rallying alongside amazing community members! ❤️💛🩷💚💜🧡🩵

[Tessa McFadzean @Tessalee3]

I am taking the pledge for 2SLGBTQIA+ equality & stand against hate, discrimination, & oppression. I encourage you to sign the pledge & commit to building safe, just, & inclusive communities that promote health equity, human rights & freedom for all.
#RainbowEquality #IDAHOT

[Katherine Kalinowski (she/her) @KatherineKGSC]

So appreciative of this opportunity to collaborate with @Refuge_HCNH and @wesleynonprofit in this important work!
New program aims to ease transition for Hamilton asylum seekers https://t.co/pCEK9I9JQr via @thespec

[Tessa McFadzean @Tessalee3]

In recognition of #WorldSocialWorkDay I want to express my deepest gratitude to all frontline workers at @GoodShepherdHam @goodshepherd_to and beyond. Each of you, in your own unique ways, demonstrate your commitment to eradicating injustice. You are the difference. THANK YOU!!!

[GSWS Wellness @GSWSWellness]

First Day of Mission Week here @GoodShepherdHam Women's Services. A time of reflection and discussion about the significance of the pomegranate and the connection to St. John of God. Thank you Sister Peggy!! #hospitality #missionweek @Tessalee3