Tain’s HIPPY Story: ‘I chose HIPPY to learn to express myself’
June 18, 2019
Tain and her husband came to Canada from Bangladesh in 2017, hoping for a better life. She used to work as a research assistant, but her education was not recognized...
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Clair’s HIPPY Story: ‘Every mother would like to teach her kid. HIPPY can push us every day.’
June 11, 2019
Clair has always believed in the importance of early childhood education. She immigrated to Canada with her husband from China and their daughter was born shortly after their arrival in...
10 Takeaways from the Women Deliver 2019 Conference
June 7, 2019
This week, a group of Mothers Matter Centre Staff, HIPPY Coordinators and Home Visitors from all over Canada attended the Women Deliver 2019 Conference. Over 8,000 delegates came to Vancouver...
Romina’s HIPPY Story: ‘I learned that we are unique persons.’
June 4, 2019
Romina joined the HIPPY program in Toronto with her son, Fernando, who was struggling when he started school. He was unable to write, hold a pencil, or stay still for five minutes....
Celebrating Mothers as Role Models and Change Leaders
May 30, 2019
The mothers in our HIPPY program inspire us daily with their commitment and determination. They are strong and courageous. They are role models for their children and families. They are the catalyst for change...
Yeshi’s HIPPY Story: ‘Our children are the future nation, our Canada!’
May 28, 2019
Yeshi doesn’t have an exact answer to the question of where she is from:[edgtf_blockquote text="I belong to two countries. I was born in India, but I was a refugee there....