YWCA Halifax

Building economic security, promoting wellness & creating opportunities for women, girls, Two Spirit, and gender diverse people.

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

#InternationalWomensDay It's time to talk about Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment in Nova Scotia’s Skilled Trades

⚠️91% of respondents faced harassment Let’s unite for safer workplaces and a better future.

Read the full report ⤵️https://t.co/wputzJMKGX

[CBC Nova Scotia @CBCNS]

Sexual harassment runs rampant in skilled trades, YWCA study finds https://t.co/SzXwEYzwgJ

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

#InternationalWomensDay It's time to talk about Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment in Nova Scotia’s Skilled Trades
⚠️91% of respondents faced harassment
Let’s unite for safer workplaces and a better future.
Read the full report ⤵️
https://t.co/H0sbEaz3v4

https://t.co/Gdt8C4jGTI

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

Supportive housing at the Waverly Inn is officially welcoming its first residents!

Our team will offer 24/7 on-site supports, including mental health and addictions counselling referrals, employment services, skills training, and more.

https://t.co/AZJiFYMRWf

[Wisdom2Action @Wisdom2Action]

Attention Teachers, Staff, & Admin! Join our nationwide effort to create safer schools for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth by preventing & addressing gender-based violence (GBV). Wisdom2Action is offering FREE in-person Professional Development sessions until March 31. https://t.co/6AjJg8rLhO

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

YWCA Halifax offices and childcare centres will be closed today due to weather! If you are participating in virtual programming today, please look for confirmation from your program lead. We hope everyone stays safe and warm today!❄️☃️

[Claudia Chender @ChenderClaudia]

It's devastating to see another fire at a tent encampment in Halifax today. Each day, too many are facing the dangers of living outdoors in the winter.

The people sleeping outside in tents deserve a safe, warm home.

https://t.co/YN5tKiblDk

[CBC Nova Scotia @CBCNS]

We'koqma'q First Nation raises signs as part of MMIWG campaign https://t.co/qX4WNRuzQj

[Wisdom2Action @Wisdom2Action]

If you're 16-29, and have a physical disability related to mobility, flexibility or dexterity, let us know what you think about sex education resources developed for youth with disabilities.

Send an email to [email protected] titled 'Sex education focus group' to learn more

[Adsum for Women & Children @adsumforwomen]

ICYMI the Halifax Forum is open for anyone needing emergency shelter from the storm, til Thursday at 9 AM. 902 3331509 and @BeaconHShelter in Sackville has expanded service 902 8641584

[Global New Brunswick @Global_NB]

An author of a study that New Brunswick’s premier cited to back his province’s policy on gender identity in schools says the politician had his facts wrong about the research.

Read more:

https://t.co/1gcN29PuWB

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

Important piece on intimate partner violence and femicide, with insights from @THANS_NS + others

"When femicide killings are framed within the media as isolated incidents, the focus remains on individual...rather than the larger context of a social problem rooted in patriarchy,"

[Halifax Examiner @HfxExaminer]

Femicide, media bias, and telling the real stories of women behind the headlines (Morning File)

by @Suzanne_Rent

https://t.co/tS6IQD8NbO

[Fiona Kirkpatrick Parsons @FKParsons]

🧵 January 4 is National Ribbon Skirt Day, the second official one since Bill S-219 was put forward by Senator Mary Jane McCallum and received Royal Assent in December 2022. McCallum created the bill in response to then 10-year-old Isabella Kulak

[YWCA Toronto @YWCAToronto]

Recently, @YWCAHalifax unveiled a portrait of Doris Anderson, Canadian feminist and journalist, as part of their Great Women Portrait Protect at the #YWCA Dartmouth Child Development Centre in Nova Scotia.
#InspiringWomen

Learn more 👇
https://t.co/8bDVg14My7

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

Important insights from people living with housing insecurity and community serving organizations. Thank you @globalhalifax for including YWCA Halifax in this story and giving people's voices a platform as we continue to push for real, effective solutions

https://t.co/TR4lNfRSiT

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

Our team is currently supporting an unhoused community member who needs a few specific items! If you can help donate please email ➡️[email protected]
🟣Snow pants, women’s small or teen’s medium-large
🟣White nursing shoes, women's size 5
Thank you for your support!

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

Last year we were able to supply $195,832 of microloans and grants to 265 participants fleeing gender-based violence and supported over 117 survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking.

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

When women and gender diverse people are given the supports to leave abuse, they can empower themselves and build a better life.

🗓️💟 Give back to help survivors move forward and this Giving Tuesday➡️ https://t.co/lXfsKi5Buq

[YWCA Halifax @YWCAHalifax]

For survivors, a new phone becomes a lifeline, a rental deposit an exit ticket, and community can be the difference between life or death.

Your gift will boost these supports, and help survivors take back their power and live the life they choose
GIVE ➡️ https://t.co/lXfsKi5Buq

[Wisdom2Action @Wisdom2Action]

Join us on November 23rd in Moncton, NB at Workspace Moncton, 795 Main St #300 for our upcoming symposium!

This event is free to attend. If you are interested in registration, please email [email protected] to learn more.