The Redwood, Toronto, Ontario
This program teaches positive parenting skills to mothers in the Redwood shelter. Over 12 weeks, participants learn strategies for non-violent, respectful, and solution-focused parenting for children up to age 20. The skills parents learn help to cultivate their children’s self-discipline and long-term life skills. In addition, peer mentorship is available and consists of 2 weekly sessions with an emphasis on facilitating Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting to mothers in the community. As peer mentors, women can facilitate workshops and support mothers who have survived violence. Participants build self-esteem in the process, becoming role models for their children, and sharing invaluable knowledge with hundreds of women and children in the community.
Grant amount: $20,000
