Women's initiatives for Safer Environments had a positive impact on me both personally and professionally.

I was fortunate enough to contribute to this agency and their amazing work, first as a student and then as an employee.

There are many agencies in Ottawa that offer support to various communities and individuals, however WISE is completely unique in Ottawa, and that's part of the joy of working with WISE.

Not only does WISE offer unique services, such as community safety audits and workshop facilitation to increase personally safety, they also participate in community groups such as WEN, that organize important awareness events throughout the city of Ottawa.

Working for WISE felt as though I was part of a family. Valerie and Elsy are some of the most wonderful people I have worked with. Their dedication to raising awareness and increasing safety for all individuals and the community is inspirational!

I learnt invaluable lessons, and continue to view spaces more inclusively, since working with WISE. 

~ Fiona

A very good and very informational presentation.  Could also be taught to teenagers because often times we come into contact with fathers  or are being followed but do not know what to do.  So this workshop would be very helpful for them. 

Irene Compton
Minwaashain Lodge

They absolutely loved you as a facilitator and found the content of the workshop to be very useful. You provided them with the skills they require to feel safer and more confident in their environment and provided a safe space for them to share their personal stories. Thank you.

Catherine MacDiarmid
Tenant and Community Worker
Agente au service aux locataires et des communautés

WISE has illustrated their dedication to prevention and awareness building as a founding organization of the Women's Events Network (WEN). It is my opinion that WISE has been integral in maintaining WEN's work and a leader in creating a city free from violence and harassment.

~ Stefanie Lomatski (Community Organizational Member of WEN)

WISE is an excellent organization committed to feminist ways of working and putting the needs of women at the heart of their work. We are privileged to have them among our members.
~ Executive Director, OCTEVAW