YWCA Prince Albert Inc.

YWCA Prince Albert Inc. is a Canadian nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to supporting women, individuals, families, and communities in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. It operates with a mission to provide shelter, supportive housing, programs, and services aimed at addressing the needs of marginalized populations, particularly focusing on empowering women and breaking the cycle of poverty.

Mission and Vision

The organization’s mission is to deliver programs, shelter, services, and support that promote human dignity and equality, fostering opportunity for women and other vulnerable community members to realize their full potential. As part of a broader national and international YWCA movement, it is committed to empowering women and families through safe and supportive environments.

YWCA Prince Albert envisions itself as a community leader raising awareness through education and advocacy, focusing on the equality of women and vulnerable individuals, and enhancing visibility of related social issues within the community.

Values

YWCA Prince Albert upholds a set of core values that guide its operations and community interactions:

• Holistic development of individuals in body, mind, and spirit
• Strong community partnerships and collaborative professional relationships
• Commitment to fairness and equality for all women and girls
• Respect for diversity and honoring differences
• Empowerment to help people reach their potential
• Recognition of the interconnectedness of women and their families globally
• Accountability, transparency, and integrity in governance
• Leadership development by example
• Collective effort toward achieving the organization’s vision
• Innovation in addressing community service gaps

Programs and Services

The organization provides emergency shelter and support services to women and other vulnerable groups facing homelessness or crisis. Its programming includes supportive housing initiatives and outreach efforts to assist marginalized individuals toward stable living conditions and improved well-being.

Governance

YWCA Prince Albert is managed by a Board of Directors, which includes a Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, and several directors drawn from the community. This board oversees the organization’s adherence to its mission and values and ensures effective governance practices.

Community Impact

Through collaboration with local partners and reliance on community support and volunteers, YWCA Prince Albert actively contributes to ending homelessness and improving the lives of vulnerable populations in Prince Albert. Its work emphasizes inclusivity, dignity, and transformative opportunity, aligning with the wider YWCA goal of empowering women and communities worldwide.

Registration and Recognition

YWCA Prince Albert Inc. is a registered charity under the Canada Revenue Agency with the business registration number 131814790RR0001. It complies with all regulatory requirements for charitable organizations in Canada and provides tax receipts for donations supporting its mission.

This overview reflects the organization’s commitment to social support, advocacy, and empowerment in the Prince Albert region.

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