The short answer is absolutely.
Since the pandemic started, WAGE has invested nearly $100 million in more than 1,200 shelters, sexual assault centres and other organizations providing supports to people experiencing gender-based violence. Because of that, more than 1.3 million women and children have had somewhere to turn during the pandemic.
With that funding, almost 450 organizations were able to hire new staff; 500 organizations were able to extend staff shifts to respond to increased demand; over 530 organizations were able to expand their programs and services; over 200 organizations were able to acquire new shelter beds, and nearly 100 organizations were able to implement child care services.
Our funding is having an impact.