Be a Voice of Change
Help immigrant and refugee women rebuild their lives this winter!
This winter, the Pacific Immigrant Resources Society (PIRS) invites you to join our Winter Warmth Campaign: Voices of Change, an initiative dedicated to empowering immigrant and refugee women through our trauma-informed Community English Classes. Our goal is to raise $60,000 by December 31st to provide these transformative programs and create brighter futures for women and their families.
Why This Campaign Matters
Canada welcomed a record 471,550 new permanent residents in 2023, with many newcomers facing overwhelming challenges, including language barriers, cultural isolation, and trauma. For immigrant women, these barriers can make accessing essential services, gaining employment, and advocating for their families incredibly difficult.
Our Community English Classes are designed to do more than teach language. They provide:
- Confidence: Helping women express themselves and navigate life in Canada.
- Connection: Fostering a sense of belonging and reducing isolation.
- Opportunity: Empowering women to advocate for their families, secure jobs, and thrive.
As one participant shared:
“This class gave me the courage to believe in myself again. I’m not just surviving anymore—I’m starting to thrive.”
Our Impact
- Programs in Action: In 2023-24, PIRS supported 213 women through Community English Classes and provided 1,940 hours of childcare to ensure no woman was held back by family responsibilities.
- Stories of Change: From Ukrainian mothers displaced by war to Afghan women rebuilding after unimaginable challenges, our classes provide a safe space to learn, heal, and grow.
- Meeting Demand: With over 100 women on waitlists in Vancouver and Burnaby, your support helps us expand these vital programs to reach more women in need.
Giving Tuesday: A Day to Give Back
On Giving Tuesday, you have the power to make an immediate difference. Your donation today fuels our mission to provide safe, welcoming spaces where immigrant and refugee women can find their voice and build brighter futures.
You can also nominate PIRS for a $10,000 donation through Western Financial Group’s #100kForGivingTuesday initiative. With just a few clicks, your nomination could amplify our impact.
How Your Donation Helps
Your contribution goes directly to:
- Expanding Community English Classes to meet growing demand.
- Offering free childcare during classes, so mothers can focus on their learning.
- Providing transportation support, ensuring no woman is left behind.
- Creating a safe, inclusive space for immigrant women to learn, grow, and thrive.
Every dollar makes a difference.
Join the Voices of Change
Make a Difference Today!
This winter, your generosity can break barriers and create opportunities for immigrant women and their families. Let’s come together to provide warmth, connection, and hope for those who need it most.
Together, we can transform lives and create stronger, more inclusive communities.