criminal in many countries. I have heard from so many women “well he hasn’t hit me so it’s not
domestic abuse”.
I am here to tell you that my ex-husband strangled me long before he ever hit me, ...
criminal in many countries. I have heard from so many women “well he hasn’t hit me so it’s not
domestic abuse”.
I am here to tell you that my ex-husband strangled me long before he ever hit me, ...
When I was a little girl, I always imagined myself having the fairy tale love story, just as all girls do. I imagined marrying the love of my life, having the perfect little family, and living ...
When I was a little girl, I always imagined myself having the fairy tale love story, just as all girls do. I imagined marrying the love of my life, having the perfect little family, and living ...
am a 40-year-old woman with 3 children. I was married to a narcissist for 15 years and for the better part of those years, I had zero clue. I am a successful, part-time career woman with ...
Though this is just one of my experiences with domestic abuse in relationships, there were many times where I was ready to end it all and just leave this world.
Somehow, I had the exact right combination of hardship and abuse to make me strong enough to overcome and create the life of my dreams.
I grew up in severe poverty by Canadian standards. My parents neglected me and only my very basic needs were (sometimes) met. I grew up with the neighborhood kids, without any positive role models.
Learn the Truth About Teen Dating Domestic Abuse Gems for Gems is an incredible charity which focuses on the economic recovery and empowerment of survivors of domestic abuse. I am a proud ...
Linda is an incredible ambassador who is fully dedicated to Gems for Gems and their mission to end the cycle of domestic abuse.
TWO incredible women! Congratulations and thank you to Apryl Dawn (Apryl Dawn Designs) and Yahozka Godfrey (Gabriela Cruz Photography). COVID-19 has brought fear, uncertainty and for many, ...
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Alberta Business & Educational Services ABES College has collaborated with Gems for Gems to bring the opportunities their school provides in the medical and veterinary fields to survivors of ...
WHERE: Streamed through E-Sports Productions and available on their Facebook page and the Gems for Gems Facebook page at the time of the event! WHEN: Saturday, April 11, 2020 TIME: 1pm DETAILS: ...
*IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19 * Gems for Gems is thrilled to bring you this group of INCREDIBLE registered counsellors who are EACH offering 3 PRO BONO sessions to anyone struggling during this time ...
Our April ‘Gem of the Month’ is the lovely Lori Tilley! This incredible woman is a Gems for Gems Ambassador in Edmonton Alberta. She has been instrumental in the expansion of our Jewellery ...
The March ‘Gem of the Month’ is Jason Schoenfeld! This incredible man was one of the first ‘Gents for Gems’. He was an incredible contributor to our International Women’s Day video and a pivotal ...
The February ‘Gem of the Month’ is Erica Andries! A few short months ago this incredible woman joined our Gems for Gems Ambassador Team and she hasn’t skipped a beat since! Erica has stepped up ...
This incredible woman is one of Gems for Gems Founding Ambassadors! Throughout the years, Lydia has had a role in every single facet of Gems! Some of Lydia’s contributions are listed here: ...
A local non-profit is raising money for survivors of domestic violence. Gems for Gems is hosting Sweat for Survivors November 23 at the Okotoks Rec Centre. The fitness event will feature a ...
The Gem of the Month for October 2019 is Victoria Howe!
The Gem of the Month for September 2019 is David Shilson!
The July Gem of the Month is Karla Gourdeau!
The July Gem of the Month is Karla Gourdeau!
Disney star @OliviaStuck co-hosts domestic abuse charity's special event https://t.co/NbbbSRrwG4 @gemsforgemscan1 #yyc pic.twitter.com/7KX8kKCi5d — CTV Calgary (@CTVCalgary) May 17, 2019
Wed, Apr 24: Officials involved in the Hot Heels Spring Fashion Show join Global News Morning Calgary to discuss how the event will benefit Gems For Gems, a Calgary-based charity that’s on a ...
Gems for Gems began in 2015 as a Christmas Jewelry Drive in which the women of Calgary donate their gently used jewelry. It would then be cleaned, packaged and given as a Christmas gift to those ...
The premise of these events are to show survivors of abuse they can be their own ‘Hero’ through learning certain skills from ground ‘Zero’. Zero to Hero events are presented both in the public ...
In 2018 Gems for Gems will be partnering with colleges and other educational institutions across Canada in-order to provide nation wide trade scholarships, attainable in under 12 months, awarded ...
Come see Gems for Gems in action on December 15th at the Mahogany Beach Club from 11:30-2:30! We are hosting our second public Zero to Hero! Usually these events happen within shelters and are ...
Welcome to the members only section of Gems For Gems! Come back frequently to see all the changes, and specific news, events, literature and information you need to help spread the word.
The cycle of abuse can only end by igniting the desire to initiate actions which create lasting change. We facilitate this change by executing monthly motivational events, in collaboration with ...
Gems for Gems has identified the need to not only ease the pain created by the global epidemic of domestic abuse, but to do all within our power to end the cycle for as many women, and their ...
Sacred Hearts Rising is a book and also an event that is held yearly. Through the Sacred Hearts Rising books we encourage women and men to share their stories about their past or traumatic events ...
Such an amazing thing to be apart of! We are so excited!
Jordan Guildford, Founder of Gems for Gems, to speak at the Womanition Women in Leadership conference in Calgary, Alberta May 25th, 2018!
#brettbrettbenifit Was an amazing event!
Jordan Guilford, Founder of Gems for Gems, to speak at the Womanition Women in Leadership conference in Calgary , Alberta May 25th!
Gems for Gems Scholarship Selection Board Gems for Gems Scholarship Selection Board The Gems for Gems Scholarship Selection Board The Gems for Gems Scholarship Selection Board is a carefully ...
Zero to Hero Presenters Zero to Hero Presenters For more info about Zero to Hero click here
JOIN US! BURN FOR “GEMS FOR GEMS” Exciting News! Orangetheory has kindly chosen Gems for Gems as their charity of the month. Orangetheory is in the middle of their annual HELL WEEK and will host ...
Exciting news for Gems for Gems! We are now partnering with 5 Elements Martial Arts. Founder of 5 Elements and our newest Gem, Maeghan Cotterill, will be helping us with our annual jewelry drive. ...
Founder: Jordan Guildford I come from the small town of Scott’s Bay in Nova Scotia. I grew up with my sister and brother on a small hobby farm consisting of sheep, ducks and horses. My mother and ...
Thank you so much to Women Talks Okotoks for choosing Gems for Gems as your charity of choice. Another big thank you all the gems that took the time to come and support this event, to Yoga Down ...
Foster your own empowerment! Live well no matter what that means for you. Adversity comes in many forms and can mean different things for each of us. Don’t let this hold you back. ...
Gems for Gems and Sarah Anna Designs have partnered to bring you a new and beautiful piece of jewelry “Wish Bracelets.” Make a wish as you tie the ends together and when your bracelet ...
Sarah Ana Designs’ ‘Wish Bracelets’ through which 25% of sales will be donated to Gems for Gems can be purchased at the link below! Excellent gifts and lovely treats for ...
*Posted from https://canadianbusinesschicks.com/women-inspiration/nominees-finalists/ Celebrating 150 Women of Inspiration who inspire others to greatness! Congratulations to our #WOI2017 ...
Thank you to everyone who helped make Thursdays Gems for Gems event a great success! Here are some pictures from the event! We are in major collecting mode now so if anyone has any ...
Sponsors/sponsorship levels Bronze Sponsor: Under $500 Mentioned in a list on our website Silver Sponsor: $500-$750 Mentioned in a list on our website and mentioned at the event they specially ...