The Bystander Initiative: sexual violence prevention education at the University of Windsor! Safe interventions are our deal! #bystanderinitative#iwontstandby
Although she was initially discouraged from revealing an alleged violent encounter with Jian Ghomeshi, Canadian filmmaker Sarah Polley says she "knew that I had to tell this story one day."
Read more & listen to the full interview on our website: https://t.co/let52iBPqt
"We are socialized to respond to the vulnerability of white women, and it's a truth that is hard for some people to look in the face," @TaranaBurke says. "[There's a] stark difference in what it takes to get attention around Black women and girls." https://t.co/FabdLNazfs
Sexual harassment and abuse that take place online can cause lasting harm. Learn why we need to Build Safe Online Spaces during #SAAM2021#SAAMWeCanBuild#SAAM
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The anti-violence movement, specifically the anti-sexual violence movement began with the advocacy of Black women in the United States. Sojourner Truth, an American abolitionist and women's rights activist, spoke openly about the deep ties between racism and rape in this country.
"This first-of-its-kind research will shed light on the interconnections between gender-based violence and anti-Black racism."
Read more from our CEO @PauletteSenior1 on this important investment in the safety of Black women, girls, and Trans and gender-diverse people.
We have seen a dramatic increase in gender-based violence within the context of COVID-19. Now more than ever, Canada needs a National Action Plan on Violence Against Women and Gender-based Violence https://t.co/dQAIgJ9Zlz
31 yrs ago, 14 women were murdered because they were women. Addressing gender based violence requires a National Action Plan on Violence Against Women and Gender-based Violence. We must ALL work together to foster a society where women are safe and respected.
What does #bystanderintervention look like in dismantling Anti-Blackness and racial injustice? One of our incredible #BITB trainers recently wrote a new blog post on how #BystandersWeLove have a responsibility to work to keep spaces safe for everyone: https://t.co/F4f7pqJlVd
Remote teaching and technology-facilitated gender-based and sexual violence - “What can postsecondary faculty, staff, and administrators do to help address technology-based violence?"
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#Allyship doesn't always mean you agree with everything said by a person you're an ally to. It means listening with an open mind, trying to understand their experience, being compassionate regardless of differences & knowing one person doesn't represent an entire group. #mymTips
Congratulations to our Graduate Boluwatife Ojomo
BA, International Relations & Development Studies
Boluwatife's future plans: To empower women and girls to be the best versions of themselves.
If you are an undergraduate student looking for a way to make your resume stand out, Practical Strategies for Social Change (3500) is the course for you. You will gain critical skills in the class that will help you grow as an individual and a professional. APPLY TODAY!
Get started on this path and apply for 3500: Practical Strategies for Social Change today! Application link: https://t.co/MNg2527kOq
To learn more about the LEAD Medallion Scholars Program, visit https://t.co/oNjwBtSGCS
Bystander proudly offers unique leadership opportunities that can help you earn a LEAD Medallion at your future graduation! Take both academic Bystander courses in your undergraduate university career and earn credit in the Leadership category.@UWinFAHSS (1/2)