We are helping our partners in Prescott-Russell raise awareness and take action on issues related to women’s health and resiliency in their communities.
Category: Social and Systems Change
Concentric Circles of Care empowers marginalized youth though sport, art, and crucial conversations, thanks to United Way.
United Way’s Employment Accessibility Resource Network (EARN) bridges the gap between employers and organizations that help people with disabilities land the right job for them.
Isaac’s personal experiences with substance use and homelessness help him connect with youth he interacts with daily at Operation Come Home. But safeguarding his mental health means investing in the right resources—that’s what United Way and the Community Services Recovery Fund make possible.
Thanks to Making Voices Count, local women are gaining valuable advocacy skills to take the lead in civic engagement. Through their active participation, women are shaping the future of their communities with their voices and contributions.
Non-profit community and social services have a key role to play in alleviating pressures on our healthcare system. That’s why it’s so important to ensure our sector can meet rising demands.
As we emerge from the pandemic, the federal government must work with partners to ensure an equitable economic recovery. Here, United Way looks at how the 2023 federal budget will affect the most vulnerable.
The Ontario Student Drug Use and Health survey shows that the number of young people in Ottawa reporting poor or fair mental health has doubled since before the pandemic, and many young people are using drugs and alcohol to cope. Fortunately, project step promotes mental health and substance use health, and reduces harms related to substance use and addictions.
