ABOUT CAAWS
CAAWS is a national non-profit organization dedicated to creating an equitable sport and physical activity system in which girls and women are actively engaged as participants and leaders. CAAWS provides a number of services, programs and resources to a variety of clients, including sport and physical activity organizations, teachers, coaches, health professionals and recreation leaders. Since 1981 CAAWS has worked in close cooperation with government and non-government organizations on activities and initiatives that advocate for positive change for girls and women in sport and physical activity.
Our Vision – this statement describes our shared aspiration for Canadian sport
A Canadian sport and physical activity system that is equal and fair for girls and women.
Our Mission – this statement describes our core purpose and reason for being
The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS) is the leading organization that educates, promotes and collaborates to support a sport and physical activity system in which girls and women are actively engaged.
Our Values – this statement describes what matters most to us
The CAAWS Board and staff are proud of the work we do and believe these values will help us carry out our mission and achieve our vision. As passionate champions for girls and women in sport and physical activity, we are committed to integrating these values in all we do. We believe in:
Being courageous: We do so by taking informed risks; setting high standards for ourselves and the sectors we work within; and thinking critically.
Being respectful: We do so by embracing diversity; proactively communicating our messages; and working to create safe, welcoming and inclusive environments.
Being fair: We do so by demanding equality; fostering transparency; and encouraging dialogue.
