Through its programs and services, staff and volunteers at the YWCA of Vancouver work for the empowerment of today's woman, to enable her to reach full potential in body, mind, and spirit.

The ultimate goal is to foster self-reliance and mutual support for women by:

• developing and facilitating innovative community and social service programs that
• meet the needs of women and children
• offering physical and health programs
• providing temporary accommodation and housing
• involving the community in the study of social issues, and in implementing
• responsible social change
• encouraging voluntarism and community involvement by creating opportunities for leadership development