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Grounded in a spirituality that treasures the dignity of all, The Center for Great Expectations seeks to form a partnership with homeless pregnant women in creating a safe place, a safe presence and a safe path so that they may complete a healthy pregnancy, choose the next right step and follow through on their plan.

Shelter for battered women or women in difficulty.

The mission of the organization is to render aid, assistance and information with regard to the rights of people living or having lived mental health when using the services of our company to allow individuals to become full citizens from the following values: social justice, democracy, respect, autonomy, equity and solidarity. Increase the skills of the person to defend their rights, facilitate access and use of existing remedies. Together people who have suffered similar injuries in order to initiate a process to restore their rights. Through various means, encourage them to change the practices of some services that do not respect human rights. The SRAADD advocates collaboration and coordination with other community organizations within certain spheres of action.

The mission of the PCOS Awareness Association (PCOSAA) is inform the public about Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome by providing information and resources for women to get tested, as well as providing support for women diagnosed with PCOS. PCOSAA’s goals are to:Prepare and assist women with the information and resources needed to get tested. Communicate information about PCOS to the public and women with PCOSAssist women with PCOS to Overcome their symptoms and lessen related health risksProvide a Support network to freely and openly discuss all aspects of PCOS

The Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network (www.aidslaw.ca) promotes the human rights of people living with and vulnerable to HIV/AIDS, in Canada and internationally, through research, legal and policy analysis, education, and community mobilization. The Legal Network is Canada's leading advocacy organization working on the legal and human rights issues raised by HIV/AIDS.

At the Calgary Sexual Health Centre we believe that sexuality is a natural and healthy part of life. Healthy sexual relationships are based on trust, respect and equality. We work for the right of all people to get information that helps them make choices and decisions about their sexuality. We support their right to decide when, and if, to have children.

Avalon Women's Drop-In Centres are dedicated to helping women seeking recovery from addictions. The centres are a supportive environment to meet other women in recovery, and find the help needed to turn a life around from addiction. Services are free, including child care during noon hour AA meeting

Our Purpose We were founded on the belief that women must take a leadership role in shaping society’s direction in order to achieve equity and equality for all women. To that end, we are part of the oldest and largest women’s social service organization in Canada. We have been providing professional and accessible services for women and their families at the YWCA Edmonton for over 100 years. Our Vision Sees women shaping a world of equality, opportunity and choice. We Are Continuing..... To be strong advocates for women and their families with our events, dedication and services. To create and design environments which will grow, inspire and empower the female leaders of tomorrow. To work tirelessly to not only end but to prevent family violence. AND To improve individuals’ quality of life and the strength of our families by using a holistic approach to our program delivery. www.ywcaofedmonton.org to see Women of Distinction or Walk a Mile in Her Shoes events.

Established in 1965, Street Haven was one of the first shelters for women in Toronto. We are dedicated to providing help and support to women in need. We serve women who are abused, homeless, socially isolated and those living in poverty as well as women who come from abusive situations or have mental health, alcoholism and/or addiction challenges. We provide emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing, a drop-in centre & food program, addiction case management, residential addictions programs, education programs and recreational/social opportunities. Women who use our services find ways to improve the quality of their lives.

Esther House challenges and empowers women to live a sober, stable and productive life in the community. Esther House is a non-profit, community-based facility that provides shelter and support to women in second-stage recovery from addiction. It is a safe house that provides the infrastructure necessary for women to heal and gain the confidence and self-esteem to continue their journey of life in recovery. Esther House is a 6 bed home that the women can stay at for up to 1 year as they acquire the skills they need for successful recovery.

Vulcan County Health and Wellness Foundation is a new foundation that believes the highest quality health care available is the RIGHT of every citizen of Vulcan County.