International Women's Day Sunday March 4th, 2012 join the Provincial Council of Women of Manitoba for High Tea at the Fort Garry Hotel 3-5pm.  Tickets $50 email pcwm@mts.net for more information.

National Day of Remembrance and Action against Women

MAWS remembers the sad anniversary of the deaths of 14 women, tragically killed in Montreal because of their gender.  The need to take action is now with 15 women dying as a result of acts of violence in Manitoba this year, it is important that we seek out new methods to ensure more deaths do not occur, MAWS is committed to offering Shelter to those women  and their children  fleeing violence.

Red Rose Tea Campaign

MAWS is delighted to be a part of the Red Rose Tea, Share The Warmth Campaign. Visit the Red Rose Tea website and "Share The Warmth" to donate tea to one of 10 charities across Canada, including the Manitoba Association of Women's Shelters. A cup of tea can go a long way in a time of crisis.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

November is domestic violence awareness month. All our staff and volunteers are busy raising awareness in their local communities. Look out for and support your local events.

DYEing 4 Change

The Manitoba Association of Women’s Shelters (MAWS) is excited to announce a fun and unique opportunity for salons across Manitoba to make a difference in their communities and help to end violence against women and children. DYEing 4 Change aims to eliminate violence by mobilizing salon professionals and others to fight the epidemic of domestic abuse.

DYEing for Change will take place from May 8-14, 2011 and will serve as an opportunity for salons to register to receive an educational package about domestic abuse and/or register as a DYEing 4 Change Fundraising Salon.

www.dyeingforchange.com

Eat, Love, Shop Recap

Thanks to everyone who attended EAT LOVE SHOP! The event was a blast - loads of great shopping pavillions, amazing prizes, incredible entertainment (thank you Loreena McKennitt) and delicious food. Not only was the event fun but it also shone light on an issue that so many women are faced with, domestic violence. Thank you to Sharon Blady, MLA of Kirkfield, and Troy Westwood, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, for taking time out of your busy schedule to speak at this event and share from your hearts about your stance on domestic violence. Looking forward to seeing everyone back for the 2nd Annual EAT LOVE SHOP in 2011.