YWCA holds Gala and Stockings of Hope

On December the 3rd, the word celebrates Giving Tuesday. It is a time to donate to great causes, helping those most in need. It is a great time to support local non-profit groups which seek to raise awareness and fight the violence committed against women, youth, and children. The Stockings of Hope and YWCA Gala will raise awareness of these serious issues. This last event will be held Tuesday at the Agrifood hub and Trade Centre. Lorien Johansen, who is with the YWCA Marketing and Communication team, says through the gala they are able to remind community members the importance of giving back. In 2023 Stockings of Hope campaign supported 105 people through the YWCA programs. 

Heidi Echavarria

Heidi was born in Bogota, Colombia and lived there until she was 18, then she moved to Caracas, Venezuela where she finished her bachelor's degree in journalism. Since 2010 she covered political issues related to the government of former president Hugo Chávez and his political opponents, management, death and transition to a new government. Likewise, Heidi did research, wrote chronicles, reports and news in the social, community, and cultural areas. In 2019, Heidi, along with her husband and three children, moved to Aurora, Ontario where she worked at Teen Challenge Canada. In September 2023, she moved to Lethbridge, Alberta. Heidi also has a diploma in Addictions and Community Health. In 2024, she joined at Bridge City News team as a Video Journalist to produce a wide range of stories including those which are faith based glorifying Jesus Christ.

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