The Children First Scholarship program is designed to support families who would not otherwise be able to access Early Learning and Care programs for their child.
From March 1st to 8th United Way NWT has placed collection boxes at Sutherland's and YK Co-op and The Children First Society in Inuvik to help people in our community who are experiencing Period Poverty.
What is Period Poverty?
Menstrual products are the MOST requested item at Food Banks and often the LEAST donated.
The Northwest Territories and communities all over the world, have residents who experience period poverty, which means, they are unable to purchase the menstrual products they need. Many miss school, work and social activities as a result.
In celebration of International Women's Day on March 8th, United Ways across the country are collecting menstrual products to help empower those who menstrate in our communities to feel free, rather than limited, to feel good, rather than shame.
You can help by making a donation of menstrual products.
Boxes for collection are available at Sutherland's Drugs ARP Pharmacy and YK Co-op and The Children First Society in Inuvik. United Way NWT will distribute your donations to Northern organizations helping those in need.
"I am very impressed with the support given to my son, a child with special developmental needs. As a mother I am grateful for their commitment to helping them be prepared for school and be able to interact more naturally with his peers. "
Meghan
Mother
"Our family is so happy to have the girls (age 1 and 3) at CFC. The staff care so much about the kids, and it shows! The variety of programming, the reliability and quality of service, the rich learning environment, the opportunities for field trips, and the time spent with community Elders: these are a few of the reasons why CFC is so fantastic, and why the care there is so exceptional."
