Mandela House

Mandela House is Ruth's House's short-stay emergency shelter for men experiencing homelessness due to family crisis. It fills a significant gap in Calgary's DV response system, where shelter options for men leaving violent or unsafe family situations are extremely limited. The shelter operates as part of Ruth's House's broader work serving African Canadian families, offering a point of entry for men who may face additional barriers in mainstream services. Mandela House reflects a recognition that family violence affects men as well and that community-led responses need to include options for men in crisis.

Website: https://www.ruthshouse.ca/mandelahouse