Canadian Centre for Women's Empowerment-CCFWE

Canadian Centre for Women's Empowerment-CCFWE We educate, advocate the development of new innovative approaches to end economic violence.

We are invited by the Government of Canada to the Stakeholder Roundtable on Complex Financial Crimes on August 27 at 1:3...
08/24/2026

We are invited by the Government of Canada to the Stakeholder Roundtable on Complex Financial Crimes on August 27 at 1:30 p.m.
The Government of Canada is exploring criminal justice reforms to strengthen the investigation and prosecution of complex financial crimes. These conversations are important to building safer communities and strengthening protections against financial harm.

As an organization committed to addressing financial abuse and fraud and protecting vulnerable consumers, CCFWE is proud to bring community, consumer, financial crime, and financial abuse perspectives to this important discussion. We believe that strengthening the response to financial crime must also consider the real-world impact on individuals and families, particularly those experiencing financial or economic abuse.

Our goal is to help ensure that policies and reforms reflect the experiences and needs of consumers and communities and contribute to a safer, more inclusive, and financially secure Canada.

We are deeply honoured to celebrate our Founder Mesi Haileyesus as a recipient of the prestigious OTTAWA 200 COMMEMORAT...
08/24/2026

We are deeply honoured to celebrate our Founder Mesi Haileyesus as a recipient of the prestigious OTTAWA 200 COMMEMORATIVE COIN MEDAL, presented by Mayor Mark Sutcliffe in recognition of outstanding community leadership and impact.

As Ottawa, Canada’s capital, commemorates 200 years of history, this distinguished recognition is especially meaningful to all of us at the Canadian Centre for Women’s Empowerment (CCFWE).

We extend our sincere gratitude to Councillor David Hill for putting Meseret’s name forward and supporting this recognition, and to Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and the City of Ottawa for this exceptional honour.

This milestone reflects a collective journey. It represents the dedication of our team, Board, survivors, partners, funders, volunteers, and communities who continue to advance our mission of strengthening women’s economic security, meaningful policy and systems change.

We are proud to contribute to the city we call home and to the vision for Ottawa’s next 200 years a future shaped by equity, opportunity, compassion, and stronger communities.

Thank you, Ottawa. 🇨🇦

Financial institutions are often on the front line when economic and financial abuse happens.That’s why training matters...
08/20/2026

Financial institutions are often on the front line when economic and financial abuse happens.

That’s why training matters.

CCFWE offers practical, trauma-informed workshops for bank employees, managers, and executives to strengthen their ability to recognize economic abuse, respond safely and confidently, and better support clients.

Whether you are building staff awareness, strengthening internal practices, or preparing leadership teams, we can tailor a workshop to your organization.

Book a Financial Sector Workshop for your team.

📩 Contact us to learn more: [email protected]

We are invited by the Department of Finance Canada to participate in the Consumer-Driven Banking Engagement session – Fr...
08/20/2026

We are invited by the Department of Finance Canada to participate in the Consumer-Driven Banking Engagement session – Friday, August 21, 10:00 – 11:30am

CCFWE is pleased to participate in the Consumer-Driven Banking Regulations Engagement Session with the Financial Sector Policy Branch, Department of Finance Canada. The session provides an overview of Canada's Consumer-Driven Banking Regulatory Framework, including the legislation, regulations, and regulatory consultation process. Consumer-driven banking has important implications for Canadians' control over their financial data, access to financial services, consumer protection, and financial inclusion. CCFWE is pleased to bring the voices and lived experiences of victims and survivors of financial and economic abuse to these important policy discussions. Safe and accessible banking systems play an important role in protecting individuals experiencing financial abuse and helping them maintain financial independence and security.

By bringing the perspectives of consumers, survivors, and communities to the conversation, CCFWE is advocating for a financial system that is not only innovative and accessible, but also safe, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of people at risk of financial harm.

08/19/2026

Help Us Rise 2026 is CCFWE's 7th national economic abuse awareness campaign. This year's theme: Making the Economy Work for People Experiencing Economic Abuse.

1 in 3 women will experience economic abuse in their lifetime. We're looking for sponsors to help power this year's campaign and reach more people with the awareness and resources they need.

Become a National Champion. Partner with us and sponsor the campaign.

Learn more and become a sponsor: https://ccfwe.org/become-a-sponsor/

Become a Global Leader for International Economic Abuse Awareness Day 2026. Observed on November 26, during the 16 Days ...
08/18/2026

Become a Global Leader for International Economic Abuse Awareness Day 2026. Observed on November 26, during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, International Economic Abuse Awareness Day is a global call to recognize economic abuse, raise awareness of its impacts, and strengthen collective action to prevent and address it.

We are inviting organizations from around the world to serve as National Leaders and act as the chief champions for International Economic Abuse Awareness Day in their countries.

National Leaders will build and lead national collectives, strengthen cross-sector collaboration, raise public awareness, and mobilize organizations and communities to take action. National activities may include public awareness campaigns, community events, panel discussions with victim-survivors, webinars, professional training, and financial education initiatives.

Organizations working across women’s rights, gender-based violence, economic justice, financial inclusion, and survivor support are encouraged to apply.

Lead the movement in your country.

Learn more about becoming a National Leader and apply: https://forms.gle/9sy5UmDMf2EED5nf7

We are pleased to share that the Canadian Center for Women’s Empowerment has been invited to join the Canadian Lenders A...
08/13/2026

We are pleased to share that the Canadian Center for Women’s Empowerment has been invited to join the Canadian Lenders Association.

The CLA brings together leaders from across Canada’s lending, credit, financial services, and fintech sectors. This membership creates an important opportunity for CCFWE to bring survivor informed research and expertise directly into conversations about responsible lending, access to credit, consumer protection, and financial inclusion.

Economic abuse can leave survivors facing coerced debt, damaged credit, financial fraud, and significant barriers to rebuilding their lives. Their experiences and voices must be included when lending policies, products, and practices are developed.

“Through our membership in the CLA, CCFWE looks forward to working collaboratively with lenders and financial service providers to advance safer, more inclusive, and more responsive financial systems for survivors of economic abuse and for all Canadians.
This is an important step in connecting our advocacy and research with industry leadership and practical systems change."
Meseret Haileyesus, Executive Director, Canadian Center for Women’s Empowerment

CCFWE’s Executive Director Mesi - Meseret Haileyesus be participating in Department of Justice Canada | Ministère de la ...
08/13/2026

CCFWE’s Executive Director Mesi - Meseret Haileyesus be participating in Department of Justice Canada | Ministère de la Justice Canada’s roundtable discussion on Bill C-223 Keeping Children Safe Act, taking place on August 14, 2026.

Justice Canada is holding these roundtables to gather comprehensive feedback on key provisions of the Bill. The discussion will focus on the issues identified in the accompanying discussion paper. CCFWE looks forward to contributing our perspective and experience to this important consultation.

Table ronde sur le projet de loi C-223, Loi modifiant la Loi sur le divorce (Loi visant à assurer la protection des enfants)
Nous sommes heureux de participer à cette consultation de Justice Canada visant à recueillir des commentaires approfondis sur les principales dispositions du projet de loi.
FamilyLaw EconomicAbuse EconomicJustice

Proud to share this as CCFWE is a member of the National Employment Equity Council.As Canada marks 40 years of the Emplo...
08/12/2026

Proud to share this as CCFWE is a member of the National Employment Equity Council.

As Canada marks 40 years of the Employment Equity Act, the Canadian Centre for Women’s Empowerment (CCFWE) is proud to contribute to the national conversation on the future of employment equity in Canada.

On September 24, 2026, the Council will convene the National Employment Equity Forum on Parliament Hill, bringing together parliamentarians, labour leaders, public servants, human rights organizations, academics, and community leaders.

The theme, Modernizing Employment Equity: Building Canada Together, comes at an important moment.

We are proud to bring this perspective to the Council and to contribute to conversations about what the next generation of employment equity in Canada should look like.

National Employment Equity Forum
September 24, 2026 | Parliament Hill, Ottawa

In-person participation is by invitation, with a public virtual option to follow.

CCFWE is looking for volunteers to support Help Us Rise, our national economic abuse awareness campaign, and Economic Ab...
08/12/2026

CCFWE is looking for volunteers to support Help Us Rise, our national economic abuse awareness campaign, and Economic Abuse Awareness Day this fall.

We have three roles open:

Animation and Content Creator — turn research and campaign messages into short animations, motion graphics, and social media content.

Global Outreach and Engagement — build relationships with international partners and organizations to grow participation in Economic Abuse Awareness Day.

Social Justice Writers (4 spots) — develop stories and written content for our website, newsletters, and media releases.

All roles are remote, flexible, and run from September 1 to December 15, 2026.

If this sounds like a fit, share your interest at [email protected] by August 14.

Full role descriptions at https://ccfwe.org/join-our-team/

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