YWCA Canberra
Non-profit OrganizationsAustralian Capital Territory, Australia51-200 Employees
YWCA Canberra is a feminist not-for-profit organization based in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, that has provided community services and advocated on women’s issues since 1929. Its mission is to strengthen communities by supporting girls and women through its services and advocacy, with a vision of girls and women thriving. The organization delivers services across multiple areas, including children's services, homelessness and affordable housing, youth services, community development, personal and professional training (RTO 1373), and women’s leadership and advocacy, for women, girls and families in the ACT and surrounding regions. It holds external accreditation against the Quality Improvement Council Health and Community Service Standards (7th Edition) and is accredited under the National Quality Standard for Early Childhood Education and Care and School Aged Care, the National Regulatory System for Community Housing, and the Registered Training Organisations Standards; it participates in the World YWCA network through its Affiliate Association with YWCA Australia. The organization operates from 71 Northbourne Avenue, Level 2, Canberra, ACT 2600, Australia, and employs 51-200 people.