Mission in Action
The collective generosity of Women United members has a lasting impact on the lives of women experiencing poverty across the GTA. Through the Women’s Impact Fund, we support local services and programs for women-identified individuals that are delivered by United Way’s frontline network of agencies.
We work to ensure women have the wraparound supports they need — including access to shelter, housing and childcare— to help them get through crisis, remain out of harm’s way and build strong, independent and financially-secure lives. We also support social change initiatives aimed at empowering girls, interrupting harmful social norms and influencing public policy to address systemic barriers.
Access Employment’s Start Customer Care Program
Operating in Peel and Toronto, this program helps immigrant women who are on social assistance build essential workplace skills, preparing them for employment in the financial, retail or hospitality field.
BARBRA SCHLIFER COMMEMORATIVE CLINIC’S ADVOCACY PROGRAM
This program facilitates public policy discussions, is present in courts to challenge unjust laws and engages in media relations as a progressive voice on issues related to violence against women and women's marginalization related to poverty.
SANDGATE WOMEN’S SHELTER OF YORK REGION EMERGENCY RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM
This York-based program provides crisis counselling and safe shelter to women and their children. It also supports women and their families as they transition to housing, and provides access to legal, income, health and employment supports.
Women United combines the strength of generous, savvy and accomplished women who are dedicated to building stronger communities. Our members have the talent, expertise and networks necessary to make a real difference.