We come together as a Coalition to strengthen our collective voice and work on issues of mutual interest and concern

Learn more about how we advance and enhance each other to create a world where women, girls, and gender-diverse people can achieve equality and thrive – free of violence of any kind!

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About YWC

The Yukon Women’s Coalition is a collaboration of 10 women-led and feminist, not-for-profit organizations

Each member organization provides a host of direct services to the public, or does research and advocacy work – largely focused on addressing and ending gender-based violence in the Yukon.

Together, we strive to:

Provide a vehicle for collective action in pursuit of gender-based justice and equity for women.

Represent the voices of women within systems of oppression and campaign for change.

Be responsive to emerging community needs and issues.

Support and respect the work of each member organization.

Have the pulse of the women’s sector regionally, nationally, and internationally.

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Featured Campaign

Sisters in Spirit – Oct 4

Locally, this day brings our communities together to honour the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit+ people and their families in Yukon and Northern B.C.

The annual walk and vigil is a time to remember, support one another, raise awareness, and stand together in the ongoing call for justice.

Learn More
Visit Yukon Aboriginal Women’s Council on FB for local updates. Explore national resources from the NativeWomen’s Association of Canada.

Join Us

Show Your Support

Attend the 2026 Walk & Vigil

2026 Walk & Vigil

The 2026 walk will be held on Sunday, October 4, in communities across Canada.

In Whitehorse, the walk and vigil is coordinated by the Yukon Aboriginal Women’s Council. Details are still being confirmed. Follow Yukon Aboriginal Women’s Council on Facebook for updates. A full schedule will be shared closer to the date.

Know of a walk happening in your Yukon community? Let us know and we’ll share the details here. Contact coordinator@yukonwomenscoalition.com.

Volunteer

Support Sisters in Spirit

There are many ways to support Sisters in Spirit, including volunteering your time or contributing resources. To learn more about how you can help, contact info@yawc.ca.

More Ways to Show Your Support

There are many ways to stand with families, survivors, and communities affected by MMIWG2S+:

Learn more
Take some time to learn about the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Yukon’s strategy. Find resources here.

Write your MLA
Let your MLA know that you support continued action to advance the Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry.

Support local organizations
Consider making a donation to a Yukon not-for-profit doing important work in this area. Our members include three Indigenous women’s organizations and three shelters, along with other organizations supporting women, families, and communities across Yukon.

Resources

Glossaries

We recognize the importance of clear and consistent terminology in our work to address and prevent gender-based violence. Our organization strives to use language that is inclusive, respectful, and reflective of the diverse experiences of those we serve.