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Dec 6, 2021

Dyalla works on DEWC’s Housing Outreach team to help women find affordable housing. Our Housing Outreach team is able to… Continue reading A Window into Housing Outreach: Meet Dyalla

Jul 28, 2021

We are grateful for the participation of Charlize and the other women who sat with our team to share their… Continue reading Pride Stories: Charlize

Jul 7, 2020

In honour of Pride month this year, the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre team did a Q&A with two women who… Continue reading Pride Stories

Feb 26, 2020

Written by Lola Fakinlede In February 2019, Patricia and her two-year-old child, Victoria, arrived at the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre… Continue reading “My home:” Patricia’s story

Feb 26, 2020

Written by Lola Fakinlede Almost three decades ago, 53-year-old Nora became pregnant with her first child. She breaks down in… Continue reading “A safe haven:” Nora’s story

Feb 2, 2019

As the Lunar New Year approaches, we are celebrating the many Chinese seniors who are part of the Downtown Eastside… Continue reading “It feels like a family here”: A Conversation with Mrs. Lo

Nov 27, 2018

Today’s Giving Tuesday! In honour of the occasion, we’re sharing a conversation with one of our members, Mrs. Li. You… Continue reading “The Women’s Centre is like a home to me,” A Conversation with Mrs. Li

May 16, 2018

Priscillia Tait is a familiar face around the Downtown Eastside, especially if you’ve seen any community theatre productions or been… Continue reading Empowered to Speak Out and Give Back: An Interview with Priscillia Tait

Nov 21, 2017

It’s one week until Giving Tuesday, the National Day of Giving! For this occasion, we’re sharing a conversation with Elaine,… Continue reading “I Found My Voice Here”: A Conversation with Elaine

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