The community at the end of its tether... largely supported by women

The community is at breaking point. And we have decided to speak out.
Between now and the strike period from March 23 to April 2, 2026, Droits et Recours will publish several articles explaining the issues at stake in the national movement Le communautaire à boutte!

Today, on International Women's Rights Day, we want to take a moment to talk about the fact that community work is largely carried out by women.

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Women of profound humanity.

Every day, they listen.
They provide support.
They defend rights.
They support people who are going through difficult situations.

In the community, it is often women who welcome those who no longer know where to turn.

They are there when people experience distress, injustice, isolation, or poverty.

They are there when someone knocks on the door.

You could almost say they wear an invisible cape.

But even superheroes get exhausted.

In several community organizations, female workers must deal with:

• Less competitive salaries
• Very high workload
• Often uncertain funding
• High staff turnover

Despite everything, they are still there.

They continue to listen.
They continue to accompany.
They continue to hold the social safety net at arm's length.

But we cannot ask these women to carry all this indefinitely.

When community workers become exhausted, services also become vulnerable.

Protecting their working conditions means protecting the services offered to the public.

It also means recognizing the immense value of their work.

On this International Women's Day, let us remember that the fight for equality also involves recognizing the work of women who support our communities every day.

Because community organizations are organizations.

But it is mainly women and men who take care of others.

The community is at its wits' end.
But it is still standing strong.
And we refuse to remain silent.

P.S. During the mobilization period, we will continue to support those who need us. We invite you to stay tuned to our Facebook page to find out about the actions announced and, if you wish, to join the mobilization.

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