About the YWCA

Vision, Mission and Values

YWCA BC is a registered charity committed to advancing gender equity through our programs, advocacy and revenue-generating social enterprises. Guided by the needs of the people we serve, we empower and strengthen communities in our province through housing, child care, employment services, mentorship and more.

Our Vision

We boldly envision a just and equitable world for women, families and allies.

Our Mission

We advance gender equity alongside women, families, Two-Spirit and gender diverse people through advocacy and integrated services that help support personal, collective and economic well-being.

Our Values

Our values align and unite us. They articulate how we show up for each other. They inform our interactions, guide us in challenging situations and are reflected in our decision-making.

INTENTION

We listen openly, practice empathy and act with integrity. We are transparent, resourceful and persistent. We are self-aware, have difficult conversations and lead by example.

COURAGE

We shift power and transform systems. We stand up to discrimination, dismantle barriers and work to repair harm. We embrace change, grow from challenge and take risks to innovate.

COMMUNITY

We thrive on connection and collaboration. We show up authentically and create space for others. We cultivate relationships, welcome differences and elevate diverse voices.

EMPOWERMENT

We invest in people, nurture potential, build capacity and spark growth together. We ignite individual power to drive collective change.