{"id":200,"date":"2020-12-16T04:20:51","date_gmt":"2020-12-16T04:20:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaviaspreview.com\/wp\/paroti\/?post_type=gva_team&p=200"},"modified":"2026-01-13T10:50:25","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T10:50:25","slug":"testimonials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wesacfoundation.com\/?page_id=200","title":{"rendered":"Testimonials"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Stories of hope, healing, and empowerment from women and communities we support.<\/div>\r\n \r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t
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Committed to Her Rise<\/span><\/div> \r\n \r\n

\r\n We believe every woman deserves strength, safety, and support.<\/span>\r\n <\/h2>\r\n \r\n
WESAC Foundation creates safe, nurturing pathways for women facing trauma, isolation, displacement, or major life transitions. Through mentorship, counselling referrals, wellness programs, and leadership development, we help women rise with dignity and confidence.\n\nWhatever you\u2019re going through, WESAC walks with you \u2014 offering care, guidance, and community you can trust.<\/div>\r\n \r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\r\n Emotional & Wellness Support <\/h3>\r\n
Crisis support, wellness activities, mental health support and safe spaces for women to breathe, heal, and regain strength.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div> \r\n <\/div> \r\n \r\n <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\r\n Resource Access <\/h3>\r\n
Connection to trusted community resources, including employment supports, newcomer services, and community programs.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div> \r\n <\/div> \r\n \r\n <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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\r\n Mentorship & Guidance <\/h3>\r\n
One-to-one and group mentorship that helps women rebuild confidence, set goals, and move forward.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div> \r\n <\/div> \r\n \r\n <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Small group circles where women share stories, learn together, and find strength in sisterhood.<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div> \r\n <\/div> \r\n \r\n <\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Real stories of strength, growth, and transformation \u2014 shared by the women we serve.<\/div>\r\n \r\n
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WESAC gave me confidence to believe in myself again. The mentorship and support changed my life.\u201d<\/div>\r\n
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WESAC Foundation has been a strong pillar in my journey as an immigrant in Canada, providing essential support such as warm clothing, accommodation guidance, and skills acquisition opportunities.<\/div>\r\n
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\"Olivia<\/div>
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Before joining WESAC, I felt lost trying to start over in a new country. Through their training and mentorship, I found purpose \u2014 and a community that truly cares.<\/div>\r\n
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The WESAC workshops taught me how to turn my small idea into a real business. But more than that, they helped me believe that my voice matters. <\/div>\r\n
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My placement with WESAC Foundation supported my growth and strengthened my commitment to positive community change.<\/div>\r\n
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\"Grace<\/div>
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When I arrived in Canada, I didn't know where to start. WESAC connected me to the right supports \u2014 from employment resources to newcomer services. It changed my journey completely.<\/div>\r\n
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The mentorship I received through WESAC helped me find my voice again. I gained clarity, confidence, and the courage to take leadership in my personal and professional life.<\/div>\r\n
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WESAC Foundation has been a strong pillar in my journey as an immigrant in Canada, From being a stranger and alone in a new country to acclimating and negotiating the job market. Just like others, when I came into the country, the foundation made sure I had warm clothes, a place to stay, and gave me information on skills acquisition\nThey consistently assist with job applications, resume preparation, interview coaching, and employment references.\nWESAC also offers a welcoming space where newcomers can connect, overcome loneliness, and feel a true sense of belonging.<\/div>\r\n
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WESAC gave me a safe space to heal and grow. The wellness sessions helped me manage stress, regain emotional balance, and feel supported by women who truly understand.<\/div>\r\n
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As a newcomer, balancing studies and work was challenging, but education became my pathway to growth and impact.\n\nThrough perseverance, I became a community service worker, using my lived experiences to empower others.\nMy placement with WESAC Foundation supported my growth and strengthened my commitment to positive community change.<\/div>\r\n
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