who we are
The Guiding light Women Empowerment Society came together as an initiative to address the needs and challenges of the families of our communities, with the aim of providing support, empowerment, leadership and training to equip women in need with the tools necessary to take ownership of their lives.
Our GOAL is empowering the men, women, youths and children in our communities and Canada at large
Our FOCUS is to promote the mental health and general wellbeing of men, women and families. families empowerment, as an approach to address gender inequality, is ever relevant to societal development. We work together with women in the community to develop supports that enable them to thrive, and remove the limitations to their ability to access resources.
Education
Youth Empowerment
food hampers
What We Do
Men, women, youths and children face all manners of issues ranging from starvation, patriarchy to sexism and bias. When you add other factors, like migration, abuse, racial inequalities, the issues become compounded. The challenges that affect the future dignity of women are evident in the various ethno-cultural communities.
We support women who are:
- Single mothers
- Fleeing abuse and domestic violence
- New immigrants
- Marginalized youths
We focus on building connections that lead to transformative potential, and stimulate new thinking to uncover ways we can better women in the community.
Why We Do It
Knowledge and access to resources is a necessary condition of empowerment, however those alone are not sufficient. Women must also have the ability to identify and utilize those resources, the capacity to define their own goals and act upon them. This is the foundation of empowerment we create as an organization. Therefore, our strategic priority is to address these four core concepts of empowerment ‐ resources, knowledge, will, and capacity.
We work tirelessly to close the gaps that exist for marginalised women to achieve social and economic inclusion. We operate from the understanding that social development for women and supporting them to reach their full potential is the key to improving the well-being of the family as well as every individual in the society. We remove barriers to access supports by reaching into the community rather than wait for those who need to come to us. We provide a platform that helps women to navigate systems so they can move forward on their path to self-sufficiency. We provide services and supports geared towards enhancing the lives of marginalised women, BIPOC women, women experiencing abuse, immigrant women, youths, Children and women who need support with overcoming isolation.
What to Expect:
1. Tea & Connection: Enjoy a Soothing Cup of Tea as You Connect with Fellow Mothers…
Program Focus:
Our Circle of Mothers Wellness Group is designed to nurture your physical, emotional, and mental well-being…
What to Expect:
Delicious Breakfast: Imagine savoring a delectable breakfast spread that has been lovingly prepared just for you…
What to Get:
– Nutritious Hampers: Our hampers are brimming with fresh produce, dairy, meat, and more…
What to Get:
– Nutritious Hampers: Our hampers are carefully curated to include an assortment of fresh produce, dairy, meat…
What to Get:
– Nutritious Hampers: Our food hampers are more than just a collection of essentials…
What to Get:
– Nutritious Hampers: Our hampers go beyond the ordinary; they’re thoughtfully packed with fresh produce, dairy, meat…
Program Highlights:
– Skill Development: This program is your toolbox for life. You’ll gain practical skills that will not only set you apart…
Get involved
Volunteers are the cornerstone of our organisation. Volunteering with Guiding Light Women Empowerment (TGLWES) is a life-enriching, rewarding experience, because supporting TGLWES supports the community we all share. We value the contribution of our volunteers a great deal and are thankful for all of the compassion and energy that they bring to our organization. Send us an email if you wish to volunteer with us.
How We Touch Lives
The TGLWES society is committed to impacting the lives of women disadvantaged by social, cultural, racial and economic circumstances, by empowering women to enhance and develop their quality of life and taking ownership of their future by offering opportunities for educational, mental, spiritual and economic transformation.
This Initiative is committed to empowering women, thereby strengthening families and transforming our communities.
Help When You Need It
We build support across organisations, communities, and causes because the challenges we face can only be solved together. We partner with communities, groups, relevant sectors, citizens, and government for greater impact. We do our best to grow a community of people who are impacting the lives of women.
Major Milestones
