YWCA Metro Vancouver Videos

The latest YWCA Changing Lives video was launched at the Women of Distinction Awards gala in May 2012. It features the stories of three women and their children who fled abuse and found a safe home at one of YWCA's housing communities.

2012 YWCA Changing Lives

Running time: 8:16 minutes

Unveiled at the 2011 YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards gala in May 2011, this video features two stories about how the YWCA helps women change their lives.

Emma's Early Learning and Care Centre provides teen moms the chance to finish high school while their children are cared for in a safe, nurturing place. Then single mom Sarah recalls how Crabtree Corner gave her the courage and support to escape life on the streets—not only for herself but also for her baby girl.

YWCA Metro Vancouver: Changing Lives

Running time: 9:35 minutes

A Safe Place to Call Home

In this video, launched at the 2008 YWCA Metro Vancouver Women of Distinction Awards gala,  three single mothers share their stories about finding safe, affordable housing and the role this played in their journey to economic independence.

Running time: 7 minutes