Network to Eliminate Violence in Relationships

New blog post up! Elder abuse often happens in silence, but awareness can change that. Our latest post shares key insights, signs to watch for, and how we can all take action. Read more: nevr.org/protecting-old… #ElderAbuseAwareness #ViolenceNEVR #EndElderAbuse @DrBalbirGurm

A or B? Let us know in the comments! Respect means listening, not deciding for someone, but with them. Every older adult deserves autonomy, dignity, and inclusion in life’s choices. #ViolenceNEVR #ElderAbuseAwareness #EndElderAbuse @DrBalbirGurm

How can digital advocacy turn policy into real-world prevention? Join Gurpreet & Manjot Kaur as they explore how survivor-led social media is transforming access, awareness, and early disclosure. Get your tickets here: eventbrite.com/e/198303963493… #NEVR2026 #GBV @DrBalbirGurm

From review to action. How do we strengthen cross-sector responses to gender-based violence? Join this interactive keynote at NEVR 2026 with Dr. Jennifer Charlesworth & Ryan Panton. Get your tickets here: eventbrite.com/e/198303963493… #NEVR2026 #CoerciveControl #Policy @DrBalbirGurm

10 years after criminalizing coercive control, what have we learned? Dr. Charlotte Barlow shares lessons from England & Wales and what they mean for Canada. Get your tickets here: eventbrite.com/e/198303963493… #NEVR2026 #CoerciveControl #Policy @DrBalbirGurm

What does help-seeking really look like for immigrant women? At NEVR 2026 Conference, Dr. Wendy Aujla explores how systems can unintentionally fail and how community-led solutions can do better. #NEVR2026 #GenderBasedViolence #Equity @DrBalbirGurm

Caregivers are the heart of elder support, but they’re also the first line of defense against abuse. Care with compassion and protect dignity and safety every day. #ViolenceNEVR #ElderAbuseAwareness #EndElderAbuse @DrBalbirGurm

If someone confides in you about abuse, listen without judgment. Offer support, respect their choices, and stay connected. Your steady presence can make a difference. Support resources: SAIL: 1-866-437-1940 VictimLinkBC: 1-800-563-0808 #EndElderAbuse #ViolenceNEVR @DrBalbirGurm

Thank you to partners, Healthy Aging CORE BC and The Punjab Times, for sharing this resource and helping raise awareness across communities. 🔗 bc.healthyagingcore.ca/resources/tool… 🔗 thepunjabtimes.ca/nevr-launches-… #EndElderAbuse @DrBalbirGurm

See elder abuse and unsure what to do? Use the 3 D’s: Distract – Create a diversion. Delegate – Ask others for help. Direct – Speak up safely. Approach with care. 📞 Urgent danger: Call 911 📞 VictimLinkBC: 1-800-563-0808 #ViolenceNEVR #ElderAbuseAwareness @DrBalbirGurm

We asked the NEVR community: What qualities should we nurture in the next generation of women? The responses formed this powerful word cloud highlighting resilience, courage, confidence, voice, and strength. Together, we build safer communities. #ViolenceNEVR @DrBalbirGurm

On #InternationalWomensDay we celebrate the leadership, resilience, and contributions of women and girls everywhere. Ending gender-based violence is essential to achieving gender equity. Together, we build safer communities. #ViolenceNEVR #IWD2026 @DrBalbirGurm

Congratulations to NEVR Executive Director, Dr. Balbir Gurm, named a finalist for the 2026 Women in Business Awards by the Surrey & White Rock Board of Trade. Read more: swrbot.com/resources/surr… #ViolenceNEVR #WomenInLeadership @DrBalbirGurm

Early bird registration for the NEVR 2026 Conference ends March 9. Join leaders across sectors working to prevent relationship violence. April 9–10 at KPU Surrey, BC. See the agenda & register: eventbrite.com/e/198303963493… @DrBalbirGurm #ViolenceNEVR #GBVPrevention #EndViolence

Caregivers also have rights: support, respite, healthy boundaries, well-being, and appreciation. When caregivers are supported, everyone thrives. Join our campaign here: nevr.org/course/elder-a… #ViolenceNEVR #ElderAbuseAwareness #EndElderAbuse @DrBalbirGurm

Elder abuse isn’t rare, it’s underreported. Understanding the hard truths helps us build safer communities. Join our campaign here: nevr.org/course/elder-a… #ViolenceNEVR #ElderAbuseAwareness #EndElderAbuse @DrBalbirGurm

NEVR joined the City of Surrey’s Mayor’s Forum on Gender-Based Violence. Our Board Chair @VeraLeFranc served as Emcee, guiding a powerful cross-sector dialogue. Proud that the City of Surrey has been a NEVR partner in anti-violence work, since inception in 2011 @DrBalbirGurm

Isolation, power imbalances and ageism often allow abuse to continue unnoticed. Your support can make a difference. Call Seniors Abuse & Information Line (SAIL): 1-866-437-1940 or VictimLinkBC: 1-800-563-0808 for support or information. #ElderAbuseAwareness @DrBalbirGurm

Join us for NEVR February Community Meeting Feb 26 | 2–3:30 PM Featuring Courtney Aucoin, MSc. Join the conversation. #ViolencePrevention #MentalHealth #NEVR @DrBalbirGurm

NEVR partnered with Mustang Justice for 2026 #1BillionRising event. We shared our Youth Violence Prevention Curriculum & engaged students on peer leadership, digital awareness & accessing support. Youth are leaders in prevention. #NEVR #YouthVoices #EndViolence @DrBalbirGurm