SWC funds for Women's Multicultural Resource and Counselling Centre (WMRCC)

Status of Women, today announced funding of$50,000 to the Women's Multicultural Resource and Counselling Centre (WMRCC) of Durham, to increase immigrant and racialized women's knowledge on issues ofviolence.

"Through its Women's Empowerment Programs, the Women's Multicultural Resource and Counselling Centre of Durham is making a difference in the lives of women, especially young women, through violence prevention that enables them to more fully participate in the cultural and social life of Durham, Oda said.

Ms. Rosemary Twyman, WMRCC of Durham Board Chair, said, "This project will directly engage some 225 women through public education, workshops and media, and reach out to over 100 women and young women who face social and cultural barriers."

Based in Pickering, Ontario, WMRCC of Durham aims to reduce violenc eagainst women, among young women and families from diverse communities through public education and direct services. Founded in 1993, the organization has been working closely with various institutions and community agencies tocreate more accessible services for women and families from diverse communities.

LINK: SWC Press Release