News Archive - Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters

ACWS Data Release 2023: Report Reveals Ten Year Highs for Domestic Violence Indicators in Alberta

For Immediate Release: Edmonton, Alberta November 27, 2023 – New...

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Call for Nominations: The 2024 ACWS Lynda Steele Media Award

The call for nominations for the 2024 ACWS Lynda Steele Media...

16 Books for 16 Days of Activism

As we kick off 16 Days of Activism for Gender-based...

Announcing the 2024 Alberta Women’s Shelter Award Winners: Recognizing the Shelter Staff and Volunteers Supporting Survivors of Domestic Abuse

Edmonton, Alberta, October 10, 2024 – The Alberta Council of...

Announcing ACWS’ New Executive Director, Cat Champagne

Edmonton, Alberta, October 7, 2024 – The Alberta Council of...

Improving Support for Survivors through Staff Wellness and Coaching

To effectively support survivors, staff need to be able to...

Working Towards Menstrual Equity: Providing Free Menstrual Products to Survivors in Shelters Across the Province

Menstrual poverty is a significant issue for victims/survivors of domestic...