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EARN members help people with disabilities find jobs, fill local labour gaps

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.

“Adding life to their day”: Isaac draws strength from his personal experiences to help other youth

Isaac’s first-hand 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.

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Reigniting holiday joy for local seniors

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.

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Young leaders keep learning after school

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.

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Disruptive Dialogue recap: Creating a safer future for women

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.

United Way East Ontario invests to counter rise in hate and poor mental health

We know the horrific violence we are seeing in Gaza and Israel is causing immense pain, anger, and sorrow here locally. These emotions are powerful, and lead to the compassion and empathy we hold for others both near and far. At the same time, many people across East Ontario have been experiencing violence and hateful rhetoric as a result of these emotions spilling over in harmful ways.

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Unlocking Affordable Housing: A Call to Action

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.

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Community Builder of the Year Award recipients tackle gender-based violence

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.

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