In this episode of Inspiring Community we speak with two community champions from "Windsor Women Working with Immigrant Women (W5)." Olivia Brezeneau has been with W5 for the past 20+ years and is the Chief Executive Officer. She is proud to lead an organization that provides support to newcomers, women, job seekers, seniors, and youth in the Windsor-Essex community. Her passion for assisting underprivileged populations has led W5 in grassroots service initiatives and collaboration development with many local and provincial networks. Terry Johnson is President of the Board of Directors of W5. Terry retired from Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid in March 2020 following 37 years in child welfare; both in providing front line services as well as in senior leadership roles. Terry is well versed in the needs of children and families and has worked collaboratively with many community organizations.  In retirement Terry is afforded the opportunity to continue to work with organizations such as W5.

W5 has grown exponentially over it’s 43 years and is committed to making a difference I the lives of newcomer women and families through their expansive and diverse programs and services. Their current strategic plan has a focus on: client supports; building relationships with other community organizations; achieving financial stability; and raising the profile of W5’s programs and services within the community.

Contact Information:

W5 website: https://www.wwwwiw.org/

W5 Socials: @WWWWIWORG

Phone: (519) 915-5588

Email: [email protected]