Who is TWCA?

TWCA stands for the “Toronto Women’s City Alliance” (formerly known as Toronto Women’s Call to Action).  We are a diverse group of women who have been organizing to end the growing silence and invisibility of girls' and women's voices.  Learn more about TWCA.

Why the name change?

We wanted to reflect our links to municipal issues, and to expressly identify our interest in changing the City of Toronto.  We also wanted to showcase that we are a network – that we represent the diversity and intersectionality of women in our city.

Why did the TWCA come together? Who is involved?

We wanted to support women from diverse backgrounds on equality issues at the City. A team of dedicated Steering Committee Members volunteer their time and efforts to address women and gender equality issues.  

What are some of the issues facing women?

Poverty, homelessness, gender discrimination, violence and sexual abuse, under-employment, governance. Learn more about women issues, link to media centre.
 
What is our campaign?

A New Deal for Women: Establishing the Toronto Women’s Equalities Office.  Learn more about our campaign, click here.

What is International Women’s Day?

International Women’s Day (IWD) is a day for recognition of women’s equality around the world. It is on March 8 every year. Click here for upcoming events.

Where can I find research on women’s issues?

TWCA has published several research papers on women issues

What is TWCA’s commitment to young women?

TWCA is undertaking a mentorship program for three young visible minority women. Learn more about this program, click here.

Who funds our current projects? 

City of Toronto - Access, Equity and Human Rights (AEHR) Program

How can I get involved?

Please contact us by: e-mail: info@twca.ca  

January 16 2012
 Toronto Women's City Alliance Municipal Update Toronto's 2012 Budget Update: Toronto City Council is meeting on January 17th, 1...
January 11 2012
Please follow this link to read today's press release on how the proposed budget cuts will disproportionately affect women and their ...
September 13 2011
TWCA has partnered with a group of women from frontline agencies and organizations to respond to the proposed cuts to City services. ...