Kim Ruse

CEO-values-based non-profit. I grow organizations-improve cultures, develop leaders, and innovate to effect real change. Building positive social impact.

[Tanya Fir @tanya_fir]

The @fear_isnotlove Turning Points Fundraising Gala is a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of survivors of domestic violence — and of the critical role community organizations play in delivering safety, healing and hope.

Through Alberta’s 10-Year Strategy to End Gender-Based Violence, we are taking decisive action to prevent violence, support survivors and empower the frontline organizations that are there when it matters most.

Thank you to @kimruse , CEO of FearIsNotLove, for your unwavering leadership and commitment to protecting survivors. Together, we are building a stronger, safer Alberta for everyone.

[Searle Turton @SearleTurton]

Survivors of domestic violence deserve a women's shelter sector that works together to support them in their darkest moments. I'm thankful shelters in Calgary are working collaboratively together to ensure survivors can get the help they need, when they need it. #ableg #abpoli

[fear_isnotlove @fear_isnotlove]

Our CEO, Kim Ruse and the toy crew from @Trail_ABSK, presenting sponsor chatted with @CTV_Danielle tonight about @CTVCalgary #toymountain2024. Help the #toymountain grow - donate until Dec 20 & support individuals & families in our community. For info: https://t.co/65IP1h6inv

[fear_isnotlove @fear_isnotlove]

✨Your Gift Today Could Change Someone’s Life— Twice as Much!✨

Join us & make a positive change to those impacted by dv & abuse. Donate today & double your impact! 💜

💌 Donate now at https://t.co/QWIBIh3eR7

Write “Giving Tuesday” in the message box to have your gift doubled!

[fear_isnotlove @fear_isnotlove]

🔎 MYTH vs. FACT 🔍

🗣 “If they haven’t hit you, it can’t be that bad.”

Abuse can take on many different forms, not limited to just physical violence. Abuse is NEVER okay. There is NO excuse for abuse. We’re here to help 💜

💌 (403) 234-SAFE (7233) or [email protected]

[fear_isnotlove @fear_isnotlove]

🎄 Brookfield Properties Lunch and Learn for Toy Mountain happened today 💜

Massive thank you to long time supporters @Brkfldproprtl @BankersHall for hosting— what a great turnout!

Thanks to @CTVCalgary and @CTVTaraNelson for all their support & partnership over the years 🤝💕

[Searle Turton @SearleTurton]

Preventing domestic and gender-based violence means addressing the root causes. Alberta's women's shelters are showing tremendous leadership by focusing on men and boys through first of its kind programs like Men & to help them learn more about how to navigate and work through anxiety and depression or managing new life changes like a new job or becoming a father.
#FamilyViolencePreventionMonth

[Kim Ruse @kimruse]

Check out the latest story from @UnitedWayCgy - https://t.co/NrHUyYcgfh

[Searle Turton @SearleTurton]

Alberta's women's shelters are amazing at finding innovative ways to ensure those fleeing domestic violence have a safe place to turn. I'm so pleased Calgary-area shelters, including @fear_isnotlove & @YWcalgary are using ShelterLink to share bed availability & supports that respond to survivors needs.

[fear_isnotlove @fear_isnotlove]

🎄 Today is our 1st Blitz Day for Toy Mountain 2024! 🎁

Thanks to @Trail_ABSK for hosting us!

We’re grateful to have @Trail_ABSK @CalgaryPolice @amjcampbell take part today along with @kimruse @AdrianaYZhang @CTVCalgary on @CTVMorningYYC! 💜

💌 Visit: https://t.co/CkcIgT7eiv

[Kim Ruse @kimruse]

Thank you so much for taking time to join us at this important launch of critical research on prevention. We need to work upstream while still supporting victims @fear_isnotlove

[MLA Julia Hayter she/her @NDPJulia]

Today begins Family Violence Prevention month.

Appreciate the collaborative work between Lana Wells, Fear is not Love, and the @CalgaryPolice Domestic Conflict team in identifying & stopping potential domestic violence before it starts.

Please share https://t.co/J5RRWV68uR

[The Breakdown @TheBreakdownAB]

From the DM's...

The onslaught of DM's we've been getting of cuts and shutdowns to social supports seems unending.

And it also includes the victims of domestic violence.

#abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli

[Kim Ruse @kimruse]

Language matters - how we describe violence can draw attention to violence against women and girls or mask it. Unfortunately, it is usually masked.

[Professor Michael Flood @MichaelGLFlood]

A modest proposal: that when violence by men against women and girls occurs, the media and community name it as such, rather than using gender-neutral language
By Deborah Cameron @wordspinster
https://t.co/Ie5z0dndtq

[Professor Michael Flood @MichaelGLFlood]

Domestic and family violence’s impact: Of people who had hospital stays because of DFV, 68% were female and 32% male. Females were more likely to have multiple hospital stays. Most females were hospitalised by partners, but most males hospitalised by *other family members*.
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[Kim Ruse @kimruse]

@SearleTurton @fear_isnotlove @DanWilliamsALTA Thank you for your time! A hopeful conversation.

[Searle Turton @SearleTurton]

It was great to meet with @fear_isnotlove this morning alongside Minister @DanWilliamsALTA. Fear is Not Love's Men& initiative is geared towards supporting the mental health and relationships of men. Learn more: https://t.co/DaPLca1qEg #ableg #abpoli

[Kim Ruse @kimruse]

Flashback to April 25 and the Turning Points gala honouring 50 years. Thank you @tanya_fir and @SearleTurton for your kind remarks and support. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and honor the work of the last fifty years! #endabuse#fearisnotlove

[Tanya Fir @tanya_fir]

It was wonderful to see so many people and so much energy out in support of the @fear_isnotlove Turning Points 2024 Fundraising Gala. This year they marked 50 years in our community, helping women and families get the support they need to flee domestic violence and abuse.

Thank you to @fear_isnotlove, @kimruse CEO of FearIsNotLove and her incredible team for changing the lives of thousands of our fellow Albertans.
#WomenEmpowerment #EndGBV

[Kim Ruse @kimruse]

@tanya_fir @fear_isnotlove Thank you so much @tanya_fir! Your support is so appreciated. It was a spectacular evening. So fun 😊

[Elizabeth Renzetti @lizrenzetti]

"These murders don’t happen in a vacuum. They happen in a culture that is still – and is increasingly – hostile to women." Important column by @marshalederman on the ways we ignore femicide https://t.co/QgARr4ASSN