Today, Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality, announced $142,625 in funding for the Multicultural Women’s Organization of Newfoundland and Labrador.
This funding will help the organization provide core services including information sharing and referral services, public education and outreach, and community leadership.
The Multicultural Women’s Organization of Newfoundland and Labrador delivers programs and services that focus on the unique concerns and needs of newcomer, immigrant and refugee women and their families, and recognizes and responds in a gender-based, culturally appropriate manner.
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“The Multicultural Women’s Organization of Newfoundland and Labrador provides an important connection for immigrant and refugee women in our province. I am pleased to be able to provide this funding to help them continue offering vital services for newcomer women and their families.”
Honourable Pam Parsons
Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality
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