Our New LogoWe are pleased to present our new VG4A logo, designed by Kenyan designer, Stanley Kabicho. The four bright squares and the four stylized images inside them are symbols to grandmothers here in Canada and our African sisters. Click here to read about these symbols and why they were chosen.
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WHO WE ARE
Victoria Grandmothers for Africa (VG4A) is currently a group of over 150 women who are part of the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation (SLF). The campaign’s purpose is to increase awareness, build solidarity, and raise funds for 98 community-led organizations (CLOs) in 14 countries in Africa. These CLOs support grandmothers in Africa and their communities and amplify their voices and expertise as they work to build a healthy future for children who lost their parents to AIDS-related illnesses. Our values We strive to reflect our values in all our endeavours: collaboration, inclusiveness, cooperation, transparency, democratic process, and acceptance of new ideas. See how we work HERE Find out how to join HERE Structure and Policies | WHO OUR PARTNERS ARE Read about one of the Community-led Organizations that support Grandmothers and their Families
Stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination that are rooted in harmful cultural practices and social norms, and a lack of awareness of legal protections, are exacerbated by a predominantly patriarchal system. CWCA provides legal aid and education, funding and entrepreneurship support, education supports, information, counselling, ongoing research, advocacy and community outreach. Read more about this important partner: continue here More stories from our partners in Africa are HERE |
The Centre for Widows and Children Assistance (CWCA)
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Remembering Stephen Lewis
Stephen Lewis passed away on March 31. Co-founder of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, he was a life-long champion of human rights who devoted himself to creating a better world. Click on the following link to read and view tributes from the SLF to him. You are encouraged to leave your remembrance and a message for the family there. Remembering Stephen Lewis 1937 - 2026 Read the letter Stephen Lewis Inspired Victoria Grandmothers by VG4A member Lisbie Rae Photo: Stephen Lewis with members of VG4A and the Comox Glacier Grannies at the 2011 Textile Gala organized by the two groups. |
Treasure hunters this one is for you! “The Great Victoria Fabric Exchange” When: April 18 (10 am to 4 pm) Where: The Activity Centre at Burnside Gorge Community Centre Entrance Fee: $10 at door / $8 Advance tickets at www.thegreenthimble.ca Hosted by The Green Thimble this is a one day fabric marketplace filled with incredible deals, hidden gems, and stash worthy finds from quilted cottons to garment fabrics and everything in between. Come and shop sustainably, save money, and spark your next project. Victoria Grandmothers for Africa has donated 100 fabric pieces for sale and we will receive 70% of the sales of our donated fabric. 10 % of all sales for the day are being donated to Our Place. Please help spread the word. Everyone wins!
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General Meeting April 11, 2026We welcomed 2 new members, got updates on a number of things happening and in the works: GRAN events, the Regional Gathering Sept. 26, the National Gathering Oct. 5-7 in Ottawa, Art from the Attic, Cycle Tour, and paid tribute to Stephen Lewis. Members can see more photos from the meeting on the Members Only page. | Upcoming events
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VG4A members Laurie and Bonnie travelled with 14 other members of the Grandmothers Campaign and SLF staff to South Africa and Eswatini. Click the link above for the blog of their stories and adventures, and read about the people and groups they met. |
Shop a few great items from our online store. |
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