YWCA Halifax is a multi-service agency that builds economic security, promotes wellness and creates opportunities for women, girls and their families by providing a strong voice and integrated services.

WEBSITE: www.ywcahalifax.com FACEBOOK: @ywcahalifax 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Provides exploited/trafficked youth with wraparound support and connects them with the services they need. NSTAY has been developed with a trauma-informed lens and takes a harm-reduction approach. It is a non-judgemental program and incorporates promising practices from across Canada and is informed by those with experience of exploitation within the sex trade.  

PROGRAM SUPPORTS: One-on-one Peer Support; Case management; Systems navigation; Financial/material support; Advocacy; Trauma counselling referrals; Court support; Meeting accompaniment; Employment support; Personalized peer outreach support within local partner agencies/organizations. 

PARTICIPANT INCLUSION: All Gender Inclusive; Age 13-24+

REGION COVERED: Nova Scotia Wide

PHONE #: 782-414-7657

HOW TO ACCESS: Individuals can self-refer and community agencies can refer by filling out Referral Form (available online)

DIRECT REFERRAL: Temi - NSTAY@ywcahalifax.com

PROGRAM WEBSITE & REFERRAL FORM: www.ywcahalifax.com/programs/nstay

SEE ALSO: Housing; Youth Programs & Outreach; Education & Employment Services; Family & Parenting Services