Welcome To Toes Niagara

From Here I Rise

We are dedicated to empowering immigrant and racially marginalized women and their families through comprehensive educational programs and support services. Explore our site to learn more about our mission, programs, and how you can get involved.

Empowering immigrant and marginalized women through multi-lens educational workshops, programs, and other support services to improve their economic, educational, and mental well-being outcomes to enhance their role in their own lives, local communities, in business, and in the wider world using our Five Pillars of Empowerment.

Women’s destinies transformed through tools of empowerment to become agents of positive change.

To act as a resource for women and their families and to advocate for Black communities.

To promote equality, equity, and diversity for everyone by advancing education and raising awareness on equity related issues and conducting or commissioning research on these issues.

Workshop facilitation to promote the five pillars

To ensure women have a voice at the highest level within the business, community, and political sectors.

Our Pillars of Empowerment

Economic development

Improving your economic well-being and quality of life. Through Business & Workforce Development Job creation and business retention programs.

Leadership development

Expanding the capacity of individual women to perform in leadership roles in any area they choose through activities that improve the skills, abilities, and confidence required to become a leader.

Social development

Social development is about improving the well-being of every individual in society so they can reach their full potential.

Education for Sustainable Development

Allowing every human being to acquire the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values necessary to shape a sustainable future.

Personal development

The conscious pursuit of personal growth by expanding self-awareness and knowledge and improving personal skills.

Our Pillars of Empowerment

Economic development

Improving your economic well-being and quality of life. Through Business & Workforce Development Job creation and business retention programs.

Leadership development

Expanding the capacity of individual women to perform in leadership roles in any area they choose through activities that improve the skills, abilities, and confidence required to become a leader.

Education for Sustainable Development

Allowing every human being to acquire the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values necessary to shape a sustainable future.

Social development:

Social development is about improving the well-being of every individual in society so they can reach their full potential.

Personal development

The conscious pursuit of personal growth by expanding self-awareness and knowledge and improving personal skills.

What we do

TOES Niagara is dedicated to addressing health, economic, educational, and mental health disparities among marginalized communities. We are committed to creating a society where everyone has equal opportunities and access to essential resources. Our advocacy efforts focus on raising awareness, promoting equity, and driving systemic change.

Key Areas of Advocacy

Health Disparities

Addressing inequalities in healthcare access and outcomes for marginalized communities.

Economic Disparities

Promoting economic empowerment and equitable opportunities for all.

Educational Disparities

Ensuring equal access to quality education and resources.

Mental Health Disparities

Providing mental health support and reducing stigma in marginalized communities.

Our leadership team

TOES Niagara is registered as a non-profit and is governed by a Memorandum and Articles of Association. Our Team: We are stronger together The success of TOES Niagara is due to the dedication and hard work of our entire team, from the board of directors, management and staff, to our numerous volunteers who give their time and expertise freely for the benefit of others. We are incredibly fortunate to have such an inspiring group of people who share our vision and values, making our mission their own.

Nyarayi Kapisavanhu

Executive Director

Nyarayi is an outstanding Multi-lingual communicator. She has an International Development background ..

Rranice Bonnick

Social Media Manager

TOES Niagara Rranice is currently the Social Media Manager at Toes Niagara..

Mariam Khayinza

Project Coordinator at TOES Niagara

Mariam is the Project Coordinator at TOES Niagara..

Emily Moore

Research Assistant

Emily Moore (she/her) is currently the Research Assistant orrfering...

TAPIWA USHE

Young Adult Peer Leader

Tapiwa is a Young Adult Peer Leader at TOES Niagara.....

Sarwari, Zainab

Young Adult Peer Leaders

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Meet Our Board of Directors

At TOES Niagara, we are proud to be led by a diverse and dedicated board of directors. Our board members come from various sectors including private, public, and social economy, bringing a wealth of experience, skills, and values to our organisation. They are committed to setting our strategic direction, overseeing our resources, and ensuring our services remain relevant and effective for our service users and stakeholders.

Tumadir Alihaly

President

Tumadir Alihaly, our esteemed President, is a Dental Assistant by profession.

Maureen Shantz

Board Member

Maureen Shantz, a self-employed Management Consultant, brings extensive leadership experience…

Kevin Bolibruck

Board Member

Kevin Bolibruck, the Executive Director of Athletes Heart, is a natural born motivator and leader

Dr Natalie Apparicio

Farrell

Dr Natalie Apparicio- Farrell serves as an Investment Advisor at RBC Dominion Securities

Vez Brown

Board Member

Vez Brown is an osteopathic practitioner with a strong background ....

PRISCA USHE

Board Member

Prisca Ushe is a dedicated healthcare professional with over five ...

Our board, chaired by Tumadir Alihaly, is committed to the continuing improvement of the organization and the systems and procedures that underpin its activities. We believe in strong, effective, and representative governance, and we strive to maintain an accountable organization that delivers high-quality services. We welcome you to join us in our journey.

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Advocacy

Leadership & Governance

We are stronger together The success of TOES Niagara is due to the dedication and hard work of our entire team, from the board of directors, management and staff, to our numerous volunteers who give their time and expertise freely for the benefit of others.

Current Projects

We at TOES Niagara are able to carry out these projects thanks to our funders, sponsors, and community partners who give of their time and expertise.

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Upcoming Events

Adult education programme

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13 August, 2024

Boosting charity campaign

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25 August, 2024

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William Wright Founder

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OUR TESTIMONIALS

What our happy donors say !!

“You make people better. I am definitely a different person now that I have attended the Women of Worth workshop; the difference is clear. My mum even said it. She was happy I came to your workshop. She said I did a good thing I went out and saw a new way of life and I came back different.” – CJM – “I found the Self-awareness workshop a very enlightening and eye-opening experience. It truly helped me to utilize all of my skills in a way that is very beneficial.”

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