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Support Women United

Women United Waterloo Region is a dynamic network of professional female leaders who believe in the power of collective giving and fundraising to drive lasting impact for women and children in our community. 

As a Leadership Giving committee of the United Way, we are united by our desire to make a meaningful difference through our strategic giving, advocacy and fundraising efforts. We’re fueling local programs and initiatives that create a ripple effect of kindness, compassion, and generosity that will be felt for generations to come. We’re proud to be part of a larger movement of women who are using their skills, talents, and resources to create positive change in their communities. 

What we do

  • We connect, engage, and mobilize women to volunteer, give, and lead in their communities, focusing on issues that affect women and girls.
  • Currently, Women United Waterloo Region runs two annual flagship events in the fall and spring, brining together our community.
  • Throughout the year, we provide opportunities for volunteering, advocacy, and leadership development.
  • As we grow, we seek to be recognized as a platform for women to network, learn, and grow with like-minded individuals and organizations who share our commitment to creating a more just and equitable community.

Get involved

1. Connect with Our Network

  • Sign up for our email
  • Follow Women United updates on social media
  • Attend our events

 

2. Become a Leadership Donor

  • Recieve early invitation to Women United events 
  • Invitations to two of our meetings per year to discuss our strategy and impact 
  • United Way Waterloo Region tax receipt

 

3. Join Our Women United Executive Committee

  • Attend monthly meetings to shape our strategy and direction 
  • Build close relationships with like-minded women who share your passion for change 

Our Members

Jennifer Ward

Women United Co-Chair

District Vice President, Kitchener Waterloo (Ontario South West Region) at TD

Sara Cook

Women United Co-Chair

Investment Advisor at BMO Nesbitt Burns

Krista McDougall ​

Associate Advisor at RBC Dominion Securities

Tanya Lutkin

Sales Administrator at P&H Milling Group

Sandra Oliveira

Branch Manager at TD

Arbresha Shala

Assistant Branch Manager at TD

Andrea Hadziavdic

Branch Manager at TD

Rita Westbrooke

Superintendent (Retired), Waterloo Regional Police Service

Farishta Wahab​

Assistant Branch Manager at RBC

Fadhilah Balogun

Executive Director at African Women’s Alliance of Waterloo Region

Leanne Nullmeyer

AVP, Marketing and Brand Experience at IG Wealth Management

For more information, please contact

Jillian Lawrie

Senior Manager, Communications & Advocacy

jlawrie@uwaywrc.ca | 519-888-6100 EXT. 218