Priscilla

Perseverance and helping others

"I am learning a lot and I am meeting a lot of different people. Seeing different things and learning makes a lot of difference in my life."
Kim

Fighting poverty by fighting for social housing

"The most important way of fighting poverty is by fighting for housing."

Learning, and being inspired to make a change

"When you hear what other people have gone through, you can relate –  it can help you, it can inspire you, it can motivate you."
Rodolfo (right)

Help with addressing financial difficulties

"I am trying to survive with these struggles in my life and I am very thankful to Genesis for helping.”
Judith, bénévole au Centre de services individuels / Judith, Storefront volunteer

How one good turn can lead to many others

“How far does the long arm of an original idea reach? Who knows where it will stop?”
Estrelita

Encouragement and support through a long process

“Some places try to discourage you when you ask for support, but at Project Genesis, you don’t feel judged; you feel welcomed. You can voice what is in your heart, and they listen, which is so nice. At Project Genesis, they encourage you.”
Susan

People living in poverty speaking out

"That is how people's lives are saved - when they find out where in the community they can get help."
At Storefront reception / À la réception au Centre de Services individuels

Quiz: How well do you know Project Genesis’ Storefront?

May 2015
Djamel

Offering services for those with limited mobility

"(Our work) helps service users avoid delays or problems with (various programs) and receiving their benefits."
Camille

Standing in solidarity with those in difficulty

"Project Genesis is unique in the way it situates individuals (often experiencing significant difficulties) in the context of a community, ready to stand with them and equip them to take action."