Help Claire raise money

I am running for WISH because I have seen firsthand the incredible work that WISH does for women who are involved in Vancouver’s street-based sex trade. 

Women who engage in street-based sex work are some of the most marginalized and vulnerable women in our society. Violence, stigma, homelessness, poverty and addiction are some of the complex realities these women face on a daily basis. It comes as no surprise that COVID-19 exacerbated the crises already at hand with communities like this in the Downtown Eastside.

WISH offers numerous programs to support these women, and I encourage you to check out their website to understand the life-changing support programs they offer. From the Drop-In Centre, to the Mobile outreach team (MAP van), as well as the shelter and supportive employment program, WISH is on a mission to improve the health, safety and well-being of women who are involved in Vancouver’s street-based sex trade so that every woman has access to opportunities to make free, healthy and positive choices.

I work at WISH's Shelter. This shelter is Canada's first-ever 24/7 emergency shelter for street-based sex workers. The participants are incredible human beings who always put a smile on my face during every shift. They are who I am training, fundraising and running a half marathon for. 

Let's crush WISH's $35,000 goal with this run!

Thanks for your support!!!!