Initiating ShelterReach: Civil Forfeiture Grant Program Enhances Access to Support
At North Shore Crisis Services Society, we are celebrating a significant milestone for women and youth facing gender-based violence, thanks to support from the BC Government's Civil Forfeiture Grant Program. This phenomenal $15,456 grant, coinciding with Disability Pride Month, marks a crucial step towards a safer and more inclusive community for all.
Our new initiative, ShelterReach, aims to break down cultural, linguistic, and physical barriers that often hinder access to vital support for survivors. To us, this grant is much more than a financial contribution—it's a lifeline for survivors.
Breaking Down Barriers: Why It Counts
Advocating for and providing accessible support for survivors is crucial for fostering a just and compassionate society where everyone, regardless of background and abilities, can get the help they need. Over half of our clients, including neurodivergent individuals and those needing translations, highlight the urgency for an accessible website and multilingual resources. ShelterReach addresses these gap, ensuring that survivors receive support more easily and in a language that resonates with their experiences.
Our Goals for ShelterReach
Break Language Barriers
Essential resources will be updated, translated into Farsi, and distributed to our inter-agency partners—ensuring greater cultural sensitivity and broad accessibility.
Improve Digital Access
We will implement advanced accessibility tools and multilingual options, which will support our goals for inclusivity beyond Disability Pride Month.
Strengthen Trauma-Informed Services
Recognizing the physical and emotional toll of abuse, ShelterReach will enhance our ability to provide empathetic and effective support, minimizing the risk of re-traumatization.
Our Profound Gratitude
This Civil Forfeiture Grant Program represents a transformative opportunity for North Shore Crisis Services Society. We thank the Government of British Columbia for its steadfast commitment to empowering survivors of gender-based violence.
How to reach us now:
If you or someone you know needs support, please visit our Programs page. Each page features a contact form to connect you with the appropriate member of our team.
You can also call our 24-Hour Women’s Support Line at SAGE Transition House. Call: 604-987-3374.