Sexual Assault Centre Kingston

Our centre is closed for the holidays. If you need support please reach out to our 24/7 crisis line 18775446424 or visit webelievesurvivors.ca.

Follow Kingston’s GBV support services: @sackingston @trellishiv @KIHInterval @resolvecounsellingservices

On December 17th, and every day, we stand in solidarity with sex workers worldwide who face violence, criminalization, and stigma. To learn more: nswp.org/event/17-decem… #16DaysofActivism #EndViolenceAgainstSexWorkers #DecriminalizeSexWork #StandWithSexWorkers

#16DaysofActivism #KingstonTakesAction #EndGBV #WomenOfSudan #SudanCrisis #SupportWomenOfSudan Follow Kingston’s GBV support services: @sackingston @trellishiv @KIHInterval @resolvecounsellingservices

As the civil war continues in Sudan, nearly 7 million women and girls face increased risks of sexual and gender-based violence, including sexual violence, exploitation, and trafficking. To learn more: reliefweb.int/report/sudan/v…

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Reproductive rights are fundamental human rights. Access to safe, legal abortion and contraceptive care is essential for women to regain control over their autonomy, health, and well-being. #AbortionAccess #ReproductiveRightsAreHumanRights #16DaysofActivism #KingstonTakesAction

#16DaysofActivism#KingstonTakesAction #EndGBV #TransRightsAreHumanRights Follow Kingston’s GBV support services: @sackingston @trellishiv @KIHInterval @resolvecounsellingservices

Did you know? Trans individuals are nearly twice as likely to experience physical or sexual assault as cisgender individuals. To learn more: www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/85-002-…

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Men can be allies in collective work to eliminate GBV and IPV. Follow the White Ribbon Campaign to learn more about how men can be meaningfully engaged.

The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women is a day commemorated in Canada on December 6th, the anniversary of the 1989 École Polytechnique massacre. Swipe to learn more.

#December6 #MontrealMassacre #EndGBV #EndVAW #16DaysOfActivism Follow Kingston’s GBV support services: @sackingston @trellishiv @KIHInterval @resolvecounsellingservices

The public vigil for Dec. 6th will be held at the KFL&A Public Library (Central Branch) from 4:00-7:00 PM. Please join us to mourn the 14 women who were killed on Dec. 6th, 1989, and local women and girls who have lost their lives to gender-based violence.

To learn more: oaith.ca/oaith-work/we-… Follow Kingston’s GBV support services: @sackingston @trellishiv @KIHInterval @resolvecounsellingservices

Unhoused women face extreme risks of gender-based violence. Moreover, women and children escaping abusive homes also face risks of homelessness after leaving emergency shelters. #16DaysofActivism #KingstonTakesAction #Endhomelessness #JusticeforWomen

To learn more: oaith.ca/oaith-work/we-… Follow Kingston’s GBV support services: @sackingston @trellishiv @KIHInterval @resolvecounsellingservices

62 femicides were reported in Ontario last year, averaging more than one woman murdered every week. QTBIPOC women are disproportionately represented in femicide victims in Canada. #16DaysofActivism #KingstonTakesAction #EndFemicide #EndGenderBasedViolence #JusticeforWomen

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Today, on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we celebrate their rights, contributions, and resilience while acknowledging ongoing challenges. #16daysofactivism #IDPWD #Equityforall #Empowermentforall #Accessibilitymatters

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Black women are disproportionately affected by IPV. However, many do not seek formal help because of systemic anti-Black racism and criminalization of Black women’s self defence. #16daysofactivism #LoveBlackWomen #BlackWomenMatter #SupportSurvivors #KingstonTakesAction