The YWCA is one of the oldest organizations tending to women’s problems in Lebanon. It stands out for its training in volunteer team work and leadership roles as well as providing a forum for the exploration of new problems and issues and their possible resolution, with the rights and advancement of women remaining the focus of its concern. Since its primary aim has always been the service and development of the community by enhancing the conditions of women, it is only befitting that it houses a Center for Women in Crisis.



The Center is envisioned as a non-profit service that is established for troubled women to come together, both formally and informally, to give support to each other, to share problems faced by them, to provide legal and psychological counseling as well as paramedical assistance to battered women, to encourage creativity among them and build up their self-confidence by valuing the unique perspectives and experiences of women, to help interpret the needs of women to a wider community, and finally, to spearhead the movement for the repealing of existent discriminatory laws and the introduction of laws protective of women’s rights.

Mission is to promulgate a culture of acceptance, equality and understanding, reduce violence against women and provide peace and harmony to the lives of abused women.

Services at the Center are provided by experienced specialists: (psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, physicians, lawyers, educators).

Objectives:
1. The promotion of and advocacy for a legal environment that supports women empowerment.

2. The empowerment of women through their physical, spiritual, psychological and economic development.

3. The promotion of personal growth and the building of marketable job skills for women.

4. The provision of a safe haven, where women receive counseling, medical attention, legal help and career orientation; (and most importantly have the space for a clear perception of the self and the opportunity and support to reclaim self-respect).

5. The provision of access to an array of services and support networks.

6. Awareness-raising campaigns.

7. legal Advocacy.

CWIC provides:

1. Confidentaility.

2. Helpline.

3. Counseling services (legal, social, economic, medical, psychological).

4. Therapeutic activities (yoga, self-defense, painting, pottery, nutrition, cultural activities and others).

5. Vocational training.

6. Referral to shelters.

7. Support groups.

8. Networking.

We cater to all women living in Lebanon, regardless of race, creed or age.

YWCA Volunteers make a difference.

Come join us!