A volunteer of more than 40 years, Sheila pioneered the first ever Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations in the nation's capital. She also helped found Black History Ottawa.
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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.
Jerry is one of many seniors in our region who live on their own. He needed a bit of a push to become more social, but thanks to our partners at Rural Ottawa South Support Services, he’s connected to a community.
Leadership and good mental health practices blossom at youth centres like Osgoode Youth Association, a United Way partner offering important after-school programming and mental health counselling for rural youth.
Get the key takeaways from Women United’s Disruptive Dialogue: Creating a safer future for women. Our panelists discuss the recent rise in gender-based violence and what you can do to help.
When folks have access to safe, affordable, and accessible housing, they have a much better chance of staying employed, going to school, feeding themselves and their families, and living more stable lives.
As rates of gender-based violence continue to rise, we honour the organizations and leaders on the frontlines pulling women and gender-diverse people out of life-threatening situations with our most prestigious award: Community Builder of the Year.
Jazz found a job he loves at Krackers Katering, a social enterprise that employs people with disabilities and mental health challenges, empowering them to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
