Minimum wage not keeping up as living wage increases. The United Way Lethbridge and South Western Alberta, in collaboration with the Alberta Living Wage Network, has released the new hourly living wage for Lethbridge. #yql #Lethbridge https://t.co/7myJKfn7wH

DYK 35% of our population is 30 or younger? And yet, when it comes to discussing issues that matter to this population, young voices are often dismissed or denied. Today, let’s amplify the voices of young people #YouthDay

📢 Elevate your board leadership game!  Join us at Board Leadership Lethbridge for a day of training, networking, and growth.  Early bird pricing ends on August 31. Don't miss out! 🚀  Link in Bio #BoardLeadershipLethbridge #CommunityLeadership #LethbridgeCommunity

@StaplesCanada While you shop at Staples, you can also shop for kindness! With every purchase, you have the option to donate and provide for students in need.  All funds raised will stay LOCAL, in the form of Staples gift cards, and will be distributed by United Way Lethbridge & SW Alberta.

📚🌟 Join " Staples SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE", Aug 7 - Sep 10, 2023! 🎒❤️  Show your #LocalLove & support local students in need. Let's give every child a chance to succeed in education! #StaplesSchoolSupplyDrive  🏫🌈  @StaplesCanada  Share the post and spread your Local Love

This #DisabilityPrideMonth, we applaud the federal government's unanimous passing of the Canada Disability Benefit Act, which is now with the Senate. We encourage the government to consult broadly when working out the details of the benefits to ensure they have meaningful impact.

On July 1 we recognize the history from which this country was built and re-commit to realizing our vision of a country where everyone in every community has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Let’s break the taboo: Menstruation is just a fact of life, and having reliable access to safe and affordable period products improves the health and well-being of all who menstruate. #MenstrualHealthDay

United Way Lethbridge & SW Alberta believes in an equitable future for all, which is why we’re working to acknowledge and address the connections between climate change and poverty. #EarthDay2023 Or simply: We’re all responsible for the well-being of our planet.

We believe everyone deserves an equal opportunity to live a healthy life. That’s why we support programs in our community that focus on housing, income & food supports, mental health & addictions, and opportunities for inclusion and education. It all matters. #WorldHealthDay2023

Today is #TransDayofVisibility. We stand in solidarity with our 2SLGBTQ+ friends, neighbours, communities, and family and we celebrate their contributions to society. You are seen. You are loved. Trans rights are human rights.

The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is a reminder of the work we must continue to do to #FightRacism of all forms. We can build stronger communities together when equity is at the forefront of our collaborations. #IDERD

Together, we’re making an impact! In 2019 and 2020, 40 communities across Canada participated in these events and provided tens of thousands of menstrual products to local food banks, women’s shelters, Indigenous

We believe that everyone deserves equal access to period products despite income. Through initiatives like Period Promise and Tampon Tuesday, United Way Centraides are contributing to raising awareness for period poverty and menstrual hygiene.

Without access to resources like affordable period products or sanitation facilities, many Canadians can be placed in positions where they must be frequently absent from work, forced to make sacrifices in their budget, and miss out on activities.

Social equity is a must-have, not a nice-to-have. Today on #InternationalWomensDay and beyond, we come together to #EmbraceEquity. Did you know that a barrier to equity for many women, transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming Canadians is menstruation?

Building healthy relationships is one of the best ways to prevent bullying and create safe environments. United Way Centraides help youth in Canada develop positive relationships with their peers and families, find counselling, and more. #PinkShirtDay #AntiBullying

1/5 of kids are affected by physical, verbal, social, and cyberbullying. Bullying is a major problem in our schools, workplaces, homes, and online. United Way Centraide knows that early development – from childhood to young adulthood – is a strong predictor of future success.

On #WorldDayofSocialJustice, we take the opportunity to reflect on the important ally ship between local United Way Centraides and their community members. Together, we are working to ensure that everyone can thrive.

Families are beautiful diverse mosaics. We celebrate them in all their forms— blended families, adopted families, chosen families, foster families, role models, and more. We hope you can show some love and appreciation to your families today! #FamilyDay Mon, Feb 20 is Family Day