Our Programs
RIWC provides free counselling and skills training programs through our Violence Against Women Program, Essential Pathways to Employment, Food Service and Hospitality Training and Student Placement Program.
Our Projects
RIWC engages in a range of policy and wraparound support initiatives to promote gender equity and access. Our initiatives address affordable housing, seniors’ health, digital literacy and inclusive workplace practices.
Resources
RIWC has developed resources for our clients to download and direct them to essential community services, improve digital literacy, and empower newcomers with knowledge about basic workplace rights.
Our Programs
RIWC provides free counselling and skills training programs through our Violence Against Women Program, Essential Pathways to Employment, Food Service and Hospitality Training and Student Placement Program.
Our Projects
RIWC engages in a range of policy and wraparound support initiatives to promote gender equity and access. Our initiatives address affordable housing, seniors’ health, digital literacy and inclusive workplace practices.
Resources
RIWC has developed resources for our clients to download and direct them to essential community services, improve digital literacy, and empower newcomers with knowledge about basic workplace rights.
Riverdale Immigrant Women’s Centre
Riverdale Immigrant Women’s Centre (RIWC) is a community based registered charity founded with a mission to empower racialized, immigrant and refugee women and their families. RIWC delivers its services through a holistic and integrated service framework that addresses the social, cultural and economic determinants of healthy and vibrant immigrant communities.
Each year, we served over 600 clients from across the Greater Toronto Area. Our settlement services, anti-violence counseling and employment skills training and senior’s health and wellness programs work together to address the diverse needs of newcomers to help them thrive in their communities.
RIWC News & Updates
2SLGBTQ+ BIPOC Wellness Group
Members of the 2SLGBTQ+ BIPOC community are invited to participate in our NEW weekly 2-hour virtual wellness groups between now and March 2023! Our sessions are developed and facilitated by a queer racialized social worker with mental health and peer support content for 2SLGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. The project is funded by the Canadian Women’s Foundation with registration taking place on an ongoing basis until January 2023. Please contact khadijahk@riverdalehub.ca for details.
New Islamophobia Support Line
RIWC’s new Islamophobia Support Line will launch this week to provide referral and counselling support for victims of religious, racial and culture-based violence. Our Support Line is a FREE, confidential and independent supportive counselling service for women and youth who self-identify as Muslim and have experienced hate crime incidences and need someone to talk to.
1326 Gerrard St E.
Toronto, ON M4L 1Z1
(416) 465-6021
info@riverdalehub.ca