Directed Empowerment
DIRECTED EMPOWERMENT
Support for Immigrant Women Impacted by Domestic Abuse
DIRECTED EMPOWERMENT provides 1-on-1 psychosocial and practical support services to immigrant women impacted by domestic abuse. SHADE case workers directly support clients based on individual needs assessments.
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Inclusive components of DIRECTED EMPOWERMENT:
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FREE
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Flexible meeting times and locations
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Transportation to meetings
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Interpreters are available for clients who cannot speak fluent English
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Psychosocial Support:
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Confidential and professional guidance
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Trauma counselling
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Addressing mental, physical, and social issues
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Practical Support
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Accessing public and private services (housing, financial assistance, transportation)
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Education and employment readiness
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Children school enrolment and daycare
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Awareness of legal supports and information
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Advocacy communicating with other agencies
Contact Us About DIRECTED EMPOWERMENT
Send us a message if you are interested in joining DIRECTED EMPOWERMENT
or if you want to refer someone who may benefit from the program.