Stories

"I was lucky enough to be able to take both the Women in Business course and then the Business of Life course with YWCA Muskoka. I went into the former with a bare-bones idea of how I wanted to proceed with an editing/proofreading business, but mostly I wanted to see how other women confronted the challenges and politics of being a female entrepreneur. I learned a lot of valuable skills that I carried over into my personal life, like budgeting, email and social media etiquette, financial literacy and resource awareness. Even if you haven’t taken the first step toward starting a business, this course will give you an idea of where to start and what lies ahead, but it is excellent for those with already established businesses as well."

"Beginning this course I had never thought about the connections I would make with so many incredible and diverse women! It is an amazing support group that has formed and I am so grateful. I was also pleasantly reminded that having a dream is a wonderful thing. Somewhere along the lines of children, marriage, home ownership and community involvement I allowed my dream to be swept under the carpet. I now have plans and concrete goals put into place to achieve my dreams. I feel more in tune with myself and my needs which has given me more confidence and self-worth."

“Thank you soooooo much!!!!! As soon as I’m able and in a position to I would love to give back a little to the agency you work with or something, you are saving me right now thank you!”

I deeply appreciate the YWCA of Muskoka making the effort to serve seniors. We have been isolated during the pandemic, and we are behind in the digital world, so reaching out to us with Digital Smarts workshops has been a real blessing. The facilitators were patient and very well informed. They always sent home a summary of each day's learning points so that we could review them and consolidate our learning. I am very grateful to be included and to have learned from these people. Sincere thanks!

The 3 reasons I love Girl's Unplugged
1. crafts lots of crafts
2. Secert Sisters
3. Find my inner fairy

This program has helped me incredibly. I’m feeling much better about myself, more worthy and not so critical of “me.” I feel so empowered and coming out of my depression. I can do anything I WANT. I don’t worry so much about what others think or feel, it’s not my responsibility. I LOVE ME. I loved the true colours, it made me more accepting of myself.