The Rose Campaign takes its name from the original Rose button, created to commemorate the 14 young women who were murdered at l’Ecole Polytechnique in 1989 in Montreal by a
Rose GiftThe YWCA Rose Campaign runs from November 25 – December 10, spanning the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence and culminating in our annual Rose Breakfast on December
YWCA Edmonton was honoured to award the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Awards last night to five inspiring women leaders in our community who have made a significant contribution to promoting
Safe abortion access is an issue of equity. As pro-choice organizations, the YWCAs of Alberta stand united in our deep concern and disappointment around the US Supreme Court decision to
This month, we celebrate Pride to pay homage to those who came before us and worked to make our neighbourhoods a safe haven for individuals who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Events
International Women’s Day, observed annually on March 8, honours the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women across the world. The day also serves as a focal point for
Board service is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an organization. It can also be a great way to enhance personal and professional skills and expertise. Serving on a board
This holiday season, you can give the gift of empowerment and equity for women and girls in our community. There’s no denying it: this pandemic has been difficult. But difficult
Ongoing settler colonialism and a continuation of genocidal acts towards Indigenous people has resulted in an epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQ+. The multigenerational effects of
The YWCA began its mission to be a powerful voice for women in Alberta more than a century ago. Today, we remain at the forefront of the critical issues facing
