CAWEE 2021-23 Charity of Choice is Courage in Action.
Who is Courage in Action?
We are a registered charity helping women coming from difficult circumstances move forward in their lives. Our goal is to provide our participants with the tools, motivation and hope that uplifts and inspires them to create new or different outcomes.
We accomplish this through educational sessions, one day conferences with presentations, workshops and activities presented by professional women. Many of the women who volunteer come from similar backgrounds and have moved beyond their situation, in other words they “walk the talk”.
The programs and conferences are free to members of Courage in Action and is operated by volunteers with the aid of very generous sponsors. Our conferences and programs are provided by passionate speakers and interactive activities. Our conferences also include healthy choices for breakfast, lunch and snacks throughout the day.
Our goal is to provide our participants with the tools, motivation, and hope that uplifts and inspires them to create new or different outcomes. We accomplish this through educational sessions and one-day conferences with presentations, workshops, and activities. Our programs are free to members of Courage in Action. Our volunteers operate our programs, which are funded and supported by very generous sponsors.
Our Vision: A national sisterhood empowering women to overcome adversity and create positive change.
Our Mission:
To bring women together to inspire confidence, foster friendships and teach life skills as they move from adversity to possibility.
Courage in Action Values:
– Empowering women to move forward one step at a time
– Inspiring hope, courage and perseverance
– Creating an inclusive, safe and supportive environment
– Fostering belief in the ability to grow, change and learn
– Building a community through contribution
We believe that: Everyone is important. Everyone is equal.
We aim: To provide opportunities for connection, learning and contribution for our attendees, volunteers, Board of Directors, and sponsors.
Website: www.courageinaction.org
To apply: https://courageinaction.ca/register/
To donate: https://courageinaction.ca/donate-now/
Founder and Executive Director: Cindy Stradling info@courageinaction.org
We are excited to offer online support:
- Various educational programs (including: Life Skills, Wellness, Job Skills, Resilience and Self-Care)
- Monthly inspiring and uplifting Zoom calls – speakers and experts
- Digital Divas (digital book club)
- Mentor Circles – 3 months of 1:1 mentoring for members
- Inspiring Podcasts – Courage in Action podcast
- Quarterly newsletters
- Annual Bursary – individual awards up to $2,500.00
- Many more to follow
Our statistics (based on a recent survey)
99% of members surveyed have participated in one or more online programs
88% of members surveyed access the resources on our website and found them valuable
71% of conference attendees have been to two or more live conferences
Members we surveyed have reported the following benefits:
· A sense of community
· New friendships
· Increased confidence
· More self-awareness
· Improved self-care habits
· Hope for a brighter future
· Being more resilient
To date we have provided our services for 450+women
Statistics & Feedback from our first Virtual Conference
72 women attended
82 % of attendees rated the conference great to awesome!
100% of attendees would recommend CIA to a friend!