08/03/2026
What if instead of gossiping about women’s struggles, we were there to offer them a helping hand to get back on their feet?
On this International Women’s Day, I’m celebrating being part of a project called “Women’s Spirit”, where women are supported, encouraged and inspired by women.
As a mentor volunteer, I received training to support women experiencing disadvantage, not to solve their problems, but to surround them with compassion. To help them reflect on their challenges, provide a safe environment, encourage them to commit to their wellbeing, set goals, and transform their lives one step at a time.
This 10-week program, which has just started, is far more than an act of kindness. It’s a volunteer-led, not-for-profit, holistic program by women for women, creating a safe and supportive space where hopes and aspirations can come to life.Through guidance and strengths-based activities, “Women’s Spirit” supports women to recover from trauma and build confidence, resilience, and connection with others.
It’s also a program I would have benefited from during COVID, raising a baby and a toddler, grieving the loss of my father, feeling lonely and flirting with depression.
Even though I didn’t have the opportunity to be a participant back then (I only came across this program a month or so ago), I rose to the occasion and became the compassionate person I needed for myself.
Understanding how crucial connection is during challenging times, when I came across this project it was a no-brainer for me to volunteer as a mentor, receive trauma-informed training, and continue walking deeper into growth.
I’m proud of where I am today and even more grateful to be part of the Spirit of Transformation program!
Offer your support to the women who need it! Happy International Women Day!
