YWCA Hamilton is part of a national and international network for Gender and Equity. We advance social justice for women, Two-Spirit and gender diverse people through our programs, services, supports and advocacy.

Our YWCA Hamilton is ready to respond to and will provide thoughtful, timely context rooted in research. The key pillars of our mission include:

• Ending Gender-Based Violence
• Affordable housing for women and women-led families
• Quality, accessible and affordable universal child care
• Women’s economic justice and independence
• Advancing women’s health and wellness
• Women’s equity rights
• Supporting youth leadership potential
• Women’s leadership and community-building
• Advocacy and support marginalized, Two-Spirit and gender diverse communities