Social Change

Since 1897, YWCA Vancouver has been working to improve the quality of life for women and their families. Our vision is Achieving Women’s Equality. We foster economic independence, wellness and equal opportunities through ongoing advocacy work and integrated service delivery.

YWCA Vancouver knows that it takes an integrated approach to achieve women’s equality. We promote social change every day through our work in the community. Our services and advocacy tackles issues related to:

• universal early learning and child care
• work-life balance
• stopping violence against women
• single moms
• affordable housing
• advocacy