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Ending coercive control takes more than legislation. Today, @Sagesseorg shared frontline insight with the House of Commons Justice Committee on Bill C 16, emphasizing that recognition must be paired with implementation, training, and community education. #BillC16

The Canadian Femicide Observatory for Justice and Accountability (@CAN_Femicide) has released its annual #CallItFemicide infographic. The data shows femicide is rarely sudden and often follows identifiable patterns. Prevention is possible. femicideincanada.ca

A heartfelt thank‑you to our amazing volunteers for representing Sagesse at the 12th Annual International Women’s Day Exhibition hosted by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Women’s Association. #InternationalWomensDay

Today we recognize International Women’s Day and the ongoing advocacy for equality and empowerment. At Sagesse, we know that offering support, compassion, and safe spaces helps build stronger, more resilient communities. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026 #GiveToGain

March is Social Work Month, and we’re celebrating the social workers who bring heart, courage, and compassion to Sagesse every day. They lead across our organization, and we’re grateful for their impact. Learn more: bit.ly/3WBxmYA #SocialWorkMonth

On #ZeroDiscriminationDay, we honour the power of a world where everyone is free to be who they are. 💜🦋 Let’s choose empathy, courage, and a future where every person belongs. #DignityForAll #CreateBelonging #UnitedForEquality

Huge thanks to the Canadian Progress Club – Calgary Prairie Rose for your incredible generosity and dedication to supporting women and families in our community. We’re so grateful for your partnership. 💛🌹 #PrairieRoseProgressClub

Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Sagesse’s 20‑week peer support group, BElieve in YOU, supports those with lived or suspected experiences of sexual trafficking. Learn more: bit.ly/3TpPgfS #HumanTraffickingAwarenessDay #EndTraffickingCanada

Winter can feel heavy, but support and real connection make it easier to carry. No one should face dark days alone. REAL Talk helps you show up for someone who’s struggling. Learn more: bit.ly/3Xxexal #realtalk

🎉 Celebrating 40 years of strength, connection, and collective action at Sagesse! We’re grateful for supporters and partners who believe in a future free from abuse. 💜 Follow along as we share stories throughout the year. #WeAreSagesse

We’ve grown, and so has our impact. As our work expands beyond Calgary into communities across Alberta and Saskatchewan, we’ve updated our social media identity to reflect who we are. Follow along as we grow, learn, and build safer communities together at @sagesseorg. 💜

Carrie McManus of Sagesse joins the Life Changes Channel podcast to share practical guidance on safely supporting someone affected by domestic abuse. Episode releases Feb 13 at 9 a.m. MST: bit.ly/4qpRd9D

Black History Month is a time to honour the leadership, resilience, and community care shaping our shared future. At Sagesse, we celebrate the strength and knowledge rooted in Black communities. #BlackHistoryMonth

A REAL Talk participant told us, "I wish everybody had this information. I still feel so judged for what I’ve been through." We’re highlighting the power of informed support and how meaningful these conversations are. Find upcoming REAL Talk workshops: bit.ly/3Xxexal

In 2025, our Peer Support Program created safe, peer-led spaces across Alberta for people impacted by domestic abuse to connect and continue their healing. 💜 We’re committed to expanding access for all Albertans in 2026. bit.ly/3TpPgfS #DomesticAbuseIntervention

“REAL Talk helped our group work through tough topics on responding to abuse. I left with real ideas to support friends & family.” — 2025 Participant In 2025, REAL Talk expanded to SK! Excited for 2026. Learn more: bit.ly/3Xxexal #REALTalk #Sagesse

💜 Our volunteers make Sagesse’s work possible. Your compassion, dedication, and belief in our mission create real change every day. Thank you for being the heart of Sagesse. 🙏 Want to make a difference? Join us: bit.ly/4dELND7 #ThankYouVolunteers

2025 was all about community, connection and care. 💜 Thank you for being part of it! Our Wrapped in Care campaign is open until Dec 31, so there's still time to help us wrap more hearts in care. 👉 bit.ly/3M0OYeE #WrappedInCare #CommunityMatters #YearInReview

Holiday Hours - Our Calgary office closes Dec. 19, but call, text & chat stay open until Dec. 23 at 4:30 p.m. We sign off Dec. 24 at noon & reopen Jan. 5 at 9 a.m. Need support? Call the Family Violence Info Line at 310-1818 in AB or 211 in Sask.

(3/3) By challenging stereotypes, building community, ensuring access to support and advocating for the criminalization of coercive control, we take meaningful steps toward safety and justice for sex workers. #endstigma #HumanRights

(2/3) Ending violence also means fixing laws that let exploitation thrive. In Canada, Bill C‑16 would criminalize coercive control, making manipulation, threats, and isolation prosecutable before they escalate to physical harm. #BillC16 #CriminalizeCoerciveControl

(1/3) On the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers, we recognize that safety begins with reducing stigma and isolation. When sex workers are treated with dignity and respect, they are less vulnerable to harm. #EndViolence #SupportSexWorkers #IDEVASW