✴︎ our projects
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Capacity Building
2019 – 2024
Funder: WAGE – Government of Canada
This project is run within 5 years which will help both board of directors and members of the Calgary Vietnamese Women Association learn some soft skills to make the association stronger and more effective. All of the training will be focus on understanding Board Governance and how to maintain an effective board, Partnership development which include networking, collaborating, fundraising a advocacy.
Feminist Recovery and Response Project
2021 – 2024
Funder: Government of Canada
CAVWA partnered with W21C Research Center, University of Calgary’s O’Brien Institute for
Public Health
A 30-month CAVWA initiative uses community-led research, policy advocacy, and co-design with partners to advance culturally relevant services and funding practices—strengthening inclusion, equity, and economic security for Vietnamese women in Calgary.
Covid 19 Emergency Response
2020 – 2022
Funder: Red Cross and Government of Canada
During the COVID-19 pandemic, our organization supported Vietnamese low-income families, single mothers, international students, temporary workers, tourists, and isolated seniors who were hit hardest by job losses and social isolation. We launched an emergency hotline and online request form, connecting those in need with culturally appropriate food hampers delivered by our volunteers. More than 200 packages were delivered, while also organizing more than 40 virtual events and cultural celebrations to foster connection and uplift spirits.
This project not only provided food security but also strengthened social inclusion and mental well-being within the Vietnamese community.
Anti Racism Project
2021
Partner with Act2Endracism
Funded by ACCT Foundation & Red Cross
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Vietnamese essential and front-line workers have faced rising racism and discrimination. CAVWA launched this project to combat hate through the Three Es Model: Educate vulnerable community members about their rights and supports, Encourage them to share knowledge with family and peers, and Empower them with lasting skills to address racism safely and confidently.
New Horizons for Seniors
2019 – 2022
Funder: Government of Canada
“Taste the food and culture with Vietnamese Grandmas” Program
