Legal Education
Do you need information on restraining orders, child and custody access, or income assistance and social housing?
Welcome to YWCA Vancouver's legal education pages. These pages give women tools to navigate the law system and keep their family safe.
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Legal Publications and ProjectsDownload guides including Stopping the Violence and Leaving an Abusive Relationship (available in six languages), and find out about projects such as Mothers Without Legal Status. |
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Legal Resources
Visit these essential links on income security (including welfare rights and employment insurance), immigration law, family law, housing and free legal advice programs and information. |
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Legal NewsWhat Custody and Guardianship Really Mean. Read the article. A Personal Story from the Legal Educator Program. Watch the video. |
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Legal Education and Advocacy ServicesFind out how the YWCA Legal Educator and the Domestic Violence Outreach Worker support women and their families. |
For more information, contact:
Legal Educator
YWCA Vancouver
tel 604 734 5517 ext 2235
avollans@ywcavan.org
YWCA Vancouver is grateful for the funding that the Notary Public Society provides for the Legal Educator.







