Throughout our 3 professional kitchens, staff and volunteers make close to 1000 meals every day for women and their kids. Breakfast, lunch and dinners are served at our sites, as well as afternoon snacks.

On April 3, 2019, The Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC) released Red Women Rising: Indigenous Women Survivors in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside based on the lived experience, leadership, and expertise of Indigenous survivors. This comprehensive report is the culmination of a participatory process with 113 Indigenous women and 15 non ...

With 5 service sites located throughout Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside (DTES), we serve the women who live and work in the area. Despite skyrocketing levels of violence against women, safe spaces and services that welcome women remain …

Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre 265 East Hastings St. Vancouver, BC V6A 2Z3. Phone: 604-564-9331 Email: [email protected]

The mission of the Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre (DEWC) is to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for self-identifying women (cis, trans, 2S), from all walks of life, who live and/or work in the Downtown Eastside.

Volunteers are integral to our ongoing work to provide a safe and welcoming space for all women in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Volunteer opportunities are available for women (cis, trans, 2S) over the age of 18.

Nov 21, 2024 · Run, support women of the Downtown Eastside, and get a the chance to win 2 YYOGA 10-class packs! Update… Continue reading #RunForDEWC at the Eastside 10k on September 22nd

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In response to the immense challenges faced by women in the Downtown Eastside, DEWC is committed to offering a sanctuary where women can feel safe, respected, and supported. At our Drop-In Centres, women can access: Hot and nutritious meals; Free clothing; Safe washrooms and showers; Secure mailing address; Phone and computer access ; Toiletries

Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre 302 Columbia St. Vancouver, BC V6A 4J1. Phone: 604.681.8480 Email: [email protected]