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Centre for Women and Trans People - TMSU

The Centre for Women and Trans People at Ryerson University is an Equity Service Centre dedicated to providing a safe space for self-identified women to discuss issues, organize for social change, and access resources such as books, workshops, and free hygiene products. Men are welcome to participate but must knock before entering due to the sensitive nature of discussions. Located on Gould Street, this center is part of a network of Equity Service Centres within the university community.

Recent social media posts

2022-03-28

Happy Affirmation Monday, where I share an affirmation and/or reminder with you on Monday to help you start your week off positively! Today’s reminder is one of my favourites 😊.

“You are worthy of good things.”

FYI: Ryerson students, please DM me if you'd like to share a personal affirmation or reminder with the CWTP community and win a chance to be featured on the page! 💓 I will create a personalized IG post with your affirmation or reminder, and will tag you in the post.

Image Description: A beige background with an asymmetrical gold shape in the middle and right side of the post. In the middle of the gold asymmetrical shape, there’s black text that reads “You are worthy of good things.” The word “worthy” is underlined three times. The Centre for Women and Trans People logo is located on the top right of the post.

2022-03-21

Happy Affirmation Monday, where I share an affirmation and/or reminder with you on Monday to help you start your week off positively! Today’s reminder is one of my favourites 😊.

“Be gentle with yourself.”

FYI: Ryerson students, please DM me if you'd like to share a personal affirmation or reminder with the CWTP community and win a chance to be featured on the page! 💓 I will create a personalized IG post with your affirmation or reminder, and will tag you in the post.

Image Description: A white background, with a yellow sticky note in the middle of the post. On the sticky note, there’s black text that reads “Be gentle with yourself.” Additionally, there are pink flowers near the bottom right of the post. The Centre for Women and Trans People logo is located on the bottom left of the post.

2022-03-14

Happy Affirmation Monday, where I share an affirmation and/or reminder with you on Monday to help you start your week off positively! Today’s reminder is one of my favourites 😊.

“Be the love you never received.”

FYI: Ryerson students, please DM me if you'd like to share a personal affirmation or reminder with the CWTP community and win a chance to be featured on the page! 💓 I will create a personalized IG post with your affirmation or reminder, and will tag you in the post.

Image Description: A beige background, with a small sun and moon drawing towards the top of the post. In the middle, there’s black text that reads “Be the love you never received.” The Centre for Women and Trans People logo is located on the bottom left of the post.

2022-03-08

Happy International Women's Day! The Centre for Women and Trans People wanted to do something special for International Women's Day, so we're holding a giveaway!

All you'd have to do is describe what it's like to be you! "What do you appreciate most about being a woman?" Tell us what you like best/find most validating about your gender identity! If you identify as a woman and wish to participate, please fill out the Google Form linked in our bio. Completing the “International Women's Day - Giveaway” form in our bio will give you the chance to be featured on CWTP's Instagram page and win a $100 gift card to a female-owned company of your choosing!

You can choose from the following businesses: Knix, Evio Beauty, and Cuchara.

We will choose THREE winners and notify the winners on March 31, 2022, at 12:00 PM, so you have until then to participate!

2022-03-07

Happy Affirmation Monday, where I share an affirmation and/or reminder with you on Monday to help you start your week off positively! 😊

“Bloom where you are planted.”

FYI: Ryerson students, please DM me if you'd like to share a personal affirmation or reminder with the CWTP community and win a chance to be featured on the page! 💓 I will create a personalized IG post with your affirmation or reminder, and will tag you in the post.

Image Description: A beige background with a yellow flower in the middle of the post. To the right of the flower, there is black text that reads “:) Bloom where you are planted.” The Centre for Women and Trans People logo is located on the bottom left of the post.

2022-02-28

Welcome back to Affirmation Monday, where I share an affirmation and/or reminder with you on Monday to help you start your week off positively! 😊

“You can do big brave things.”

FYI: Ryerson students, please DM me if you'd like to share a personal affirmation or reminder with the CWTP community and win a chance to be featured on the page! 💓 I will create a personalized IG post with your affirmation or reminder, and will tag you in the post.

Image Description: A background with yellow, purple, and pink blending into reach other. In the middle of the post, there’s black text that reads “You can do big brave things.” The Centre for Women and Trans People logo is located on the bottom right of the post.

2022-02-21

Happy Affirmation Monday, where I share an affirmation and/or reminder with you on Monday to help you start your week off positively! 😊

“You will get there.”

FYI: Ryerson students, please DM me if you'd like to share a personal affirmation or reminder with the CWTP community and win a chance to be featured on the page! 💓 I will create a personalized IG post with your affirmation or reminder, and will tag you in the post.

Image Description: A yellow background with a rainbow on the left side of the post. The rainbow is accompanied by a white flower. To the right of the rainbow, there is black text that reads “You will get there. The Centre for Women and Trans People logo is located on the bottom right of the post.

2022-02-16

Dear Ryerson Students, the Centre for Women and Trans People will host a Trauma-Informed Yoga Session with Nicole () for International Women's Day. Nicole is a therapist, a social worker, and a mindfulness facilitator in addition to being a Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator. The Centre is thrilled to have her host this session!

The session will take place on March 3rd, 2022, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET via Zoom. Please see the link in our bio to register for this event! We look forward to seeing you there 😊.

2022-02-14

Happy Valentines Day! Welcome to Affirmation Monday, where I share an affirmation and/or reminder with you on Monday to help you start your week off positively! 😊

“It’s okay to not be okay.”

FYI: Ryerson students, please DM me if you'd like to share a personal affirmation or reminder with the CWTP community and win a chance to be featured on the page! 💓 I will create a personalized IG post with your affirmation or reminder, and will tag you in the post.

Image Description: A light pink background with a white notebook in the middle of the post. The notebook has grey text that reads “It’s okay to not be okay.” The text is accompanied by two pink hearts at the top. The Centre for Women and Trans People logo is located on the top right of the post.

2022-02-10

TW: Racism, Slavery, Abuse, Violence, Sexual Assault.

From historical accounts of chattel slavery to modern social analysis, Black women have been subjected to a wide range of kinds of abuse, including labour, sexual, and medical exploitation.

Racism, patriarchy, and other oppressive institutions have produced dynamics that render Black women vulnerable to domestic abuse at alarming rates while leaving them unprotected by societal institutions.

Black women’s experiences with sexual violence are framed by a long history of objectification and exploitation of Black women’s bodies.

Law enforcement has always had a crucial role in subjecting Black women to abuse. For example, under slavery, the US legal system did not recognize r**e as a criminal offence against Black women since Black women were considered property and, as such, could have (or claim) no rights.

Reproductive oppression refers to the regulation and exploitation of individuals’ bodies, sexuality, labour, and procreative capacities as a strategy to control individuals and entire communities. Reproductive oppression against Black women is rooted in the US history of the commodification of Black women’s bodies, sexuality, and reproductive lives.

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Address

55 Gould Street, Student Centre, SCC 210
Toronto, ON

Public Transport:
- Take the subway to Dundas Station.
- Transfer to the 505 Dundas streetcar heading eastbound.
- Get off at the Gould Street stop.
- Walk south on Gould Street for about 2 minutes.

Driving/Parking:
- From the Gardiner Expressway, take the Jarvis Street exit and head north.
- Turn left onto Gerrard Street East.
- Turn right onto Church Street.
- Turn left onto Gould Street.
- There are paid parking lots available nearby on Gould Street and surrounding areas.

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 4pm
Tuesday	11am - 4pm
Wednesday	11am - 4pm
Thursday	11am - 4pm
Friday	11am - 4pm

Website

http://ryecwtp.ca/

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What people say

The Centre for Women and Trans People - TMSU, located on Gould Street in Toronto, is a beacon of empowerment and advocacy for self-identified women. As an Equity Service Centre of the Ryerson Students' Union and the Continuing Education Students' Association of Ryerson (CESAR), this establishment carries on the legacy of over a century of feminist activism by providing a safe space for women to address their issues and work towards social change.

At the Centre for Women and Trans People, visitors can access a wealth of resources including books, pamphlets, videos, workshops, campaigns, events, free condoms, pads, tampons, and even a microwave. The center not only offers tangible support but also fosters a welcoming environment where self-identified women can relax and engage in meaningful discussions. While men are welcome to utilize the resources available at the center, they are respectfully asked to knock before entering to ensure sensitivity to ongoing conversations.

This establishment is part of a network of Equity Service Centres at Ryerson University that collectively strive to promote inclusivity and diversity on campus. Alongside other centers like Good Food Centre, The Racialised Students' Collective, RyeACCESS, RyePRIDE, and The Trans Collective, the Centre for Women and Trans People plays a vital role in creating an inclusive community where all voices are heard.

Through outreach efforts, educational initiatives, and political activism, the Centre for Women and Trans People is actively making a difference in the lives of those it serves. Whether seeking support or looking to get involved in advocacy work, this center provides a valuable platform for individuals to come together and effect positive change.

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