FearIsNotLove - Four simple words to inspire and build a dignity driven movement, cultivating communities that are free from domestic violence and abuse. We serve anyone experiencing domestic violence and abuse. Regardless of who a person is, how they identify, where they come from, or who they love—we are here to help.

You may have originally known us as the Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter. We’re still us, and we still openrate the Emergency Shelter, but we’ve evolved from our beginnings to start a new chapter in our work to end domestic violence and abuse. We serve approximately 20,000 individuals each year through a comprehensive range of innovative programs, from prevention and education, to counselling and emergency supports, our goal is to help people lead violence free lives and to live without fear.

Every human has the right to feel safe, respected, supported and loved.

Our Values

Respect: Relentlessly uphold the dignity of every person.

Courage: Bravely support healing and growth.

Collaboration: Collaboratively create possibilities.

Learning: Deliberately learn to be better.

Our Programs

· Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter

· Connect Domestic Violence and Abuse Helpline (403-234-7233)

· Men’s Resource Line (1-833-327-6367) and Men& (menand.ca)

· Child, Youth and Family Therapy Program

· Court Program

· Community Services Counselling Program

· Healthy Relationships Program

· Men’s Counselling Service

· Take a Stand Initiative

Thanks to the support from our community, we can countinue to help individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and abuse. Donations of any amount make an impact and enable us to provide these much needed programs and resources.

In the words of one FearIsNotLove client:

“With the support I received, I was able to open up after hurting in silence for a long time. I felt heard, comforted, and safe. I’m grateful to FearIsNotLove for helping me and my children feel secure, and for helping us on this journey during a difficult time.”