




It's Time Edmonton
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Together we can end gender-based violence and sexual assault in Edmonton. It's time to notice, speak and act. A City of Edmonton Council Initiative. #itstimeyeg








Ronnie Spector, the lead singer of beloved girl group the Ronettes and the voice behind immortal classics like “Be My Baby” and “Walking in the Rain,” died today at the age of 78 rol.st/336qD13

Today, the ban on conversion therapy officially comes into effect. Canada now has the most comprehensive law banning this harmful and barbaric practice. We wouldn’t have gotten this far without the determination of activists, survivors, and allies who sacrificed so much.

Looking for guidance or a refresher on how to best support someone who discloses their experience(s) of sexual assault or abuse to you? Learn more at sace.ca/help/i-know-so…. #yeg

1 in 3 women & girls experience violence in their lifetime -- and amid #COVID19, domestic abuse has surged worldwide. Learn to recognize the signs of an abusive relationship and how you can help victims find safety and support. unwo.men/h5U750ChuC5 via @UN_Women


Although emotional abuse does not correspond to the trauma criteria required for a formal diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), it can still lead to significant mental and physical consequences. ow.ly/IEIn50HjBwl

In 2022, our focus will be building resilience for women following the impacts to women’s economic participation due to COVID-19, incl. supporting mental health, addressing #GBV, & advocating for access affordable childcare. Join us + apply to our board ➡️#BoardRecruit" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ywcaofedmonton.org/about-ywca/#Bo…

Next up “Volume 7: Establishing a Femicide Watch in Every Country.” This volume states the importance of establishing femicide watches worldwide, to collect/analyze data on #femicide to fill gaps in the field and prevention measures Full version here 📍:bit.ly/3Gi6P8Q

Rural woman face extra hurdles when accessing women's shelters: report stalberttoday.ca/local-news/rur… via @stalbertgazette

"Make a safety plan for yourself, your children, and your pets." Survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) share insights for women experiencing IPV. Find the full list of insights here: vawlearningnetwork.ca/our-work/backg…

Take a look at the Learning Network infographic Intimate Partner Violence in a Pandemic: COVID-19-Related Controlling Behaviours here: ow.ly/9xjf50HerS1 #education #resources #support #TraumaInformed #GBV #SurvivorsFirst #survivors #policy #action #awareness #IPV #Ontario