Le mandat du Groupe d’Action Féminin Francophone de l’Ontario (GAFFO) est de soutenir les jeunes filles et les femmes d’origine immigrante francophone par des actions pratiques aux niveaux local, régional et national dans leur cheminement vers l’épanouissement personnel et l’indépendance économique totale.
1- Increase awareness among all young girls and women of Francophone immigrant origin about the opportunities available to them and the resources in areas such as employability, arts, trades, entrepreneurship, etc.
2- We raise awareness and advocate about the challenges and barriers faced by young girls and women of Francophone immigrant origin; proposing solutions to the problems they encounter and offering programs to address these issues.
3- We ensure that young girls and women of Francophone immigrant origin remain safe on social networks, within their families, in their various communities, and in society at large through community programs and education opportunities.
4- We promote the interests of Francophone immigrant girls and women, regardless of their socioeconomic status, religious affiliation, ethnicity, or sexual orientation through education, advocacy and social support programs. We raise awareness among young girls and women about gender-based violence and contribute to ending femicide.
5- We ensure these women are well informed about their rights, responsibilities and about resources and services to help them navigate the Canadian legal system.
6- Nous améliorons l’accès à la justice pour les jeunes filles et femmes au sein des communautés.
