We empower women to develop their social and cultural potential.
The South Asian Women's Centre empowers women through diverse programs, fostering self-awareness and cultural growth in a supportive environment for all ages and backgrounds. The South Asian Women’s Centre (SAWC) is about more than helping women in need isolated by linguistic challenges. It’s about more than helping women escape domestic violence and relationships with power dynamics due to immigration status. It’s about community. It’s about saying to South Asian women across the GTA: you’re welcome in Canada and we’ve got your back.
SAWC at a glance
We are dedicated to empowering South Asian women of all backgrounds and ages in Toronto.
Our voluntary, non-profit organization focuses on increasing self-awareness and helping women develop their social, cultural, and economic potential. We offer a safe and nurturing environment where women can come together to promote their well-being and build a stronger community.
14,000
Women served every year.
1 in 2
women in Canada experienced some form of Abuse
600k
South asian women in the GTA
Over 2.8%
of our population is South asian women
SAWC at a glance
Empowering women to develop their social and cultural potential
The South Asian Women’s Centre, established in 1982 as the South Asian Women’s Group, has been dedicated to supporting women and their families for over four decades. Initially located at Bloor St W and Lansdowne Ave, the Centre moved to its current address at Dupont St and Lansdowne Ave in 2007. This relocation also marked an expansion of services to include Portuguese and Hispanic women.
Currently, the Centre handles approximately 17,000 client visits annually and hosts three wellness and seniors’ groups. For residents in Scarborough, services are also available through the Feed Scarborough location at Warden Ave and Eglinton Ave E.
With a multilingual staff that supports clients in 14 languages, the Centre offers a diverse range of services aimed at enhancing the lives of women and their families. The Centre deeply appreciates the contributions of its volunteers and is supported by a generous network of donors who make its work possible.
Get Involved
Here’s how you can help...
Volunteer
Your time and skill donations enrich quality of our programs and services for South Asian women in the GTA
Donate
Your donations help us deliver essential programs and services that improve lives of South Asian women in the GTA.
Become a Member
Joining our ranks provide us with future leaders of SAWC.
