Welcome to website of the Social Network of Women (SNOW)!

Read on to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Mission

Our mission is to inspire and enrich women’s lives and experiences. We strive to empower women to reach their full potential in every aspect of their lives, including health, well-being, and social and cultural inclusion.

Our Vision

Women are empowered to advocate for themselves.

SNOW aims to foster social interaction among women of the community and to provide a platform for networking, collaboration, and civic engagement, such as:

  • engaging in activities, including sharing of knowledge and promoting activities which contribute to the quality of life of our members;
  • providing input into the activities of the ICCC and other organizations on issues such as seniors’ programming, youth development, and promoting understanding of diverse cultures;
  • undertaking charitable work and also supporting charitable initiatives of community groups as and when possible, and as agreed upon by members;
  • holding regular meetings of members and invited speakers for interaction, learning, and discussion.

Our History

SNOW was established under the auspices of ICCC (Indo-Canadian Community Centre Inc.) in Ottawa, Canada, in 2010, by a group of like-minded women.

SNOW undertakes charitable activities and programs. These contribute to the enhancement of the quality of life for women, children, and families.

SNOW has grown to become a dynamic organization. Women meet there to interact, and engage in dialogue on social, ethical, and contemporary issues affecting women.

SNOW is a non-partisan, secular organization and membership is open to all women who support its mission.

WHAT WE DO

Since its inception, SNOW has focused its discussions, meetings, and programming on various issues. These include the prevention of violence against women, and the promotion of women’s mental health and social well-being. Additionally, women’s health issues, like heart health and nutrition, are addressed.

Our Activities

  • Issues surrounding abuse, shaming and stigmas within cultural communities; 
  • mental health and well-being;
  • heart health, cancers and dietary health related issues;
  • understanding coping mechanisms and finding support in difficult situations such as the COVID pandemic;
  • accessing resources available to women for assistance in medical, social or mental health related situations;
  • learning about women who have inspired us by breaking barriers and creating opportunities for gender and cultural equity

Activities & Events

Here are some of our upcoming and recent events