St. John's Status of Women Council/Women's Centre

St. John's Status of Women Council/Women's Centre John’s area. Vision

The St. John’s Status of Women Council/Women’s Centre envisions equality and justice for all people. Mission

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A feminist organization that since 1972 is continually working to achieve equality and justice through political activism, community collaboration, and the creation of a safe & inclusive space for all women & gender-diverse people in the St. John’s Status of Women Council/Women’s Centre is a feminist organization that since 1972 is continually working to achieve equality and justice through politi

cal activism, community collaboration and the creation of a safe and inclusive space for all women and gender-diverse people in the St. Guiding Principles

The work of the St. John’s Status of Women Council/Women’s Centre is guided by our beliefs and commitment to:
1. Feminism – We are committed to providing accessible services to all women and gender-diverse people irrespective of race, ancestry, age, s*xual orientation and inclusive of aboriginal women, women of colour, transwomen, s*x workers, and women with disabilities.
2. Community – We are committed to community building and community collaboration. We hold ourselves accountable to the broad community and to the women and gender-diverse people we serve.
3. Harm Reduction – Our work is focused on keeping women and gender-diverse people safe, minimizing risk and working alongside them in achieving their identified goals.
4. Trauma Informed Holistic Support and Programs – We strive to provide services that are welcoming, respectful, compassionate, supportive and appropriate to the needs of women and gender-diverse people affected by trauma.
5. Knowledge and Understanding - We are invested in building and applying our best knowledge in the service of positive change. We consider the women and gender-diverse people we serve to be the experts on their own lives and we seek understanding.
6. Nonpartisan – We are not influenced or affiliated with a specific political party. John’s Status of Women Council/Women’s Centre carries out its mission through the following activities:
1. The creation of a healthy work environment for staff, volunteers, students and board members;
2. The provision of public education and awareness on the status of women and gender-diverse people in the St. John’s area through political activism, written reports, the media and public events;
3. The creation and maintenance of safe and supportive housing for women and gender-diverse people;
4. The provision of responsive individual advocacy support and group program for women and gender-diverse people;
5. The operation of a pro s*x work(er)advocacy program;
6. The mentoring of community agencies sharing a common vision regarding such things as governance, structure, writing support letters, event planning, and shared fund raising and proposal writing activities.

Thanks to our amazing volunteers, our sorting room is clear, and we’re able to accept clothing donations again! A warm t...
06/11/2026

Thanks to our amazing volunteers, our sorting room is clear, and we’re able to accept clothing donations again!

A warm thank you to our community for your continued generosity and support.

Wishlist Wednesday!
06/10/2026

Wishlist Wednesday!

06/09/2026

🎉 NATIONAL INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY ✨️

✨ Join us at Bannerman Park for our National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration! 📅 Sunday, June 21st

🌅 Sunrise Ceremony
🕒️ 6:00 to 7:00 AM | 📍 Bannerman Park, St. John's, NL
* Rain or Shine 🌧️

🎉 Community Celebration
🕒️ 12:00 to 3:00 PM | 📍 Bannerman Park, St. John's, NL
* 🌧️Keep an eye on our website and social media for our rain venue announcement 🌧️

Open to everyone! We can't wait to see you there.

🔗 firstlightnl.ca/nipd

Our Drop-In Boutique is happening this Wednesday, June 10, from 10 am –12 pm at 170 Cashin Avenue Ext.We're also now boo...
06/08/2026

Our Drop-In Boutique is happening this Wednesday, June 10, from 10 am –12 pm at 170 Cashin Avenue Ext.

We're also now booking July and August Boutique appointments! If you'd like to schedule an appointment for a future date, contact reception at [email protected] or (709) 753-0220.

06/04/2026

Are you dropping by the Community Wellbeing Fair at Jack Byrne Arena today?

If so, drop by our booth and say hello to Tania! 👋 We will be here until 7pm.

Come learn about all of the ways you can be part of the change towards advancing gender equity!

Wishlist Wednesday! A reminder that while we are not currently accepting clothing donations, we are accepting personal c...
06/03/2026

Wishlist Wednesday! A reminder that while we are not currently accepting clothing donations, we are accepting personal care items.

We are currently looking for a Full-Time Counsellor at the Women's Centre! If you’re committed to supporting individuals...
06/03/2026

We are currently looking for a Full-Time Counsellor at the Women's Centre!

If you’re committed to supporting individuals with compassion and care, value a client-centred approach, and are passionate about improving the well-being of women and gender-diverse people, this role could be a strong fit. You’ll provide meaningful, direct support while working within a collaborative and supportive environment, where the impact of your work is felt every day.

Hours of Work:
Monday through Friday, 9am to 4:30pm. 35 hours per week.

Salary:
This position pays $62,000 per annum, plus benefits.

Closing Date:
June 19, 2026 at 4:30PM N/T

Please email a cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

*Learn more and apply at https://sjswc.ca/hiring/

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Duties & Responsibilities:

- Support the daily operations of the Women's Centre through a collaborative, team-oriented approach to service delivery and program support.

- Provide supportive counselling to participants of the Women’s Centre, with a focus on those who have experienced gender-based violence.

- Co-facilitate existing groups (e.g., Connect and Care, Empowering Ourselves) and support the development of new groups and programs aligned with the Centre’s mandate.

- Maintain up-to-date, confidential case management records, supporting effective participant care and contributing to data collection and reporting for program evaluation and funding.

- Ability to work independently while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and engaging in reflective practice.

- Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

- At least 2 years of relevant counselling experience, particularly in crisis intervention, gender-based violence, trauma-informed practice, and/or group facilitation.

- At minimum a Bachelors Degree in Social Work or another academic program related to counselling.

- Registered (or eligible for registration) with a relevant professional body (e.g., CCPA, NLCSW).

- Proof of current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Persons Sector Check.

- Knowledge of feminist theory, trauma-informed practice, solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and other therapeutic modalities.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Proficiency in Jane App is an asset.

You may have noticed that our Right Here, Right Now counselling program isn't on our June calendar.If you'd like support...
06/02/2026

You may have noticed that our Right Here, Right Now counselling program isn't on our June calendar.

If you'd like support connecting with other services and resources, you can call us or drop in on Monday afternoons for System Navigation support.

We appreciate your understanding!

06/02/2026
We're so excited to take part in the Community Well Being Fair on June 4th! Come say hello, we'll have lots of info and ...
06/01/2026

We're so excited to take part in the Community Well Being Fair on June 4th! Come say hello, we'll have lots of info and takeaways!

✨Vendor Spotlight!✨

We’re excited to welcome St. John's Status of Women Council/Women's Centre to the Community Well-Being Fair!

The St. John’s Status of Women Council/Women’s Centre is a feminist organization that since 1972 is continually working to achieve equality and justice through political activism, community collaboration and the creation of a safe and inclusive space for all women and gender-diverse people in the St. John’s area. They are passionate about feminism, s*x worker rights, ending all forms of gender-based violence, wage parity & childcare, increasing women and gender-diverse people in government & leadership, community, and activism.

Stop by anytime between 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Jack Byrne Regional Sport & Entertainment Centre

Come explore local programs, services, activities, and supports — all in one place!
⏰Thursday, June 4th 12-7pm
📍Jack Byrne Regional Sport & Entertainment Centre
💲FREE for everyone

See full vendor list & stay up-to-date via the event page here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/14hWxFJ6vqu/

Address

170 Cashin Avenue Extension
St. John's, NL
A1E3B6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 12pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17097530220

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