Velma Carter Centre for African-Canadian Women

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Through this 18-month project, the Velma Carter Centre for African-Canadian Women (VCCACW) will build its capacity to advance gender equality by addressing the organization’s policies, procedures and funding practices. The project will include embedding a healing-centered approach into its foundation, work culture, programs and relationships that is grounded in the National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety. Key activities include the development and application of a GBV framework to the foundation of the VCCACW. This will be accomplished through a customized GBV training program that aligns with the organization’s goals and the needs of Black Women, as well as the review and development of polices, bylaws and strategies for communications and financial sustainability that address the unique challenges faced by Black Women, while supporting a work environment that champions mental health and well-being. By the end of the project, VCCACW will have obtained and shared knowledge, developed tools and built on relationships that will help bolster their organizational credibility and financial capacity, as they continue their mission to address the barriers and significantly improve the lives of Black Women through education, healing, mentorship and connection.