Stop VAW Perth

The StopVAW Coordinating Committee is a network of community services in Perth County committed to education, awareness & prevention of violence against women.

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

Are you a survivor of sexual violence?
The Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime is conducting an investigation on how survivors of sexual violence are treated in the Canadian criminal justice system.
Have your voice heard by completing the survey:
https://t.co/WLB9tPA5Nk ✍️

[Learning Network (LN) & Knowledge Hub (KH) @LNandKH]

Join us for the Learning Network Virtual Forum on Understanding Alternative Justice Practices! Explore how alternative justice enhances GBV prevention and responses. New speakers announced! Learn more: https://t.co/xXcknC2tBh

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

‘This is not just a women’s issue’: IPV in Stratford continues to rise https://t.co/teFSo36yag via #MyStratfordNow

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

Please join us this morning at Stratford City Hall as we remember the 14 women who were murdered on December 6, 1989 at Montreal’s École Polytechnique because they were women.

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

Join us tonight! During the #16DaysOfActivism to end GBV, we are hosting a book launch for feminist lawyer & IPV expert Pamela Cross at @SPLibrary. Come join this important conversation about how we can work together to end GBV. #Stratford

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence begins today on the International Day for the Elimination of VAW. We call on all community members to Come Together, Act Now! Our Snapshot 2023 shows that 100s of families in Perth are impacted by GBV
#EndGBV
#16DaysOfActivism

[WrappedinCourage @wrappdincourage]

How will you become a thread of action to #EndGBV?

Each #WrappedinCourage scarf represents a vital thread in our collective commitment to stand against violence and support survivors.

https://t.co/Bnz7LHAgjO

[Learning Network (LN) & Knowledge Hub (KH) @LNandKH]

Service provider & survivor voices are needed for this important study from @smuhalifax investigating the bond between survivors of GBV and larger companion, farmed, & working animals & how this impacts decision-making & safety planning!

Interested? Email [email protected]!

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

During #WomanAbusePreventionMonth we draw attention to the alarming rate of femicides in Ontario, including Stratford resident Kassidy Ballantyne-Holmes. It is everyone's responsibility to #EndGBV Please call @OptimismPlace's crisis line 519-271-5550 if you need support.

[OAITH @OaithDotCa]

Since Nov 26, 2023, 59 femicides have been reported in Ontario, including 6 last month alone. #WeCountFemicideBecause we know that many of these killings are preventable.

EN: https://t.co/kpEeJklwOY
FR: https://t.co/jtamH6fHwA

#WomanAbusePreventionMonth #GBV #IPV #Femicide

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

Dec 6th is the National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women. This day honours the 14 women murdered at Polytechnique Montréal on Dec 6, 1989. This year we invite you to join the conversation to end VAW. #Stratford City Hall 8:30am vigil, 9am coffee & support

[Learning Network (LN) & Knowledge Hub (KH) @LNandKH]

ENOUGH. A systemic crisis calls for radical change.🛑

Read more about the IPV crisis and reflections from Dr. Katreena Scott of @CREVAWC in the latest issue of the @westernuAlumni Magazine.

Access here: https://t.co/0PQ1Wdn5kG

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

Community members and agencies came together to learn more about #HumanTrafficking | Believe it or not, human trafficking is taking place in Perth County: OPP https://t.co/6GwokEjE9y @OPP_WR
If you need help, contact @OptimismPlace @VSHuron or call 1-833-900-1010

[Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario @EAPreventionON]

🟢Understanding Financial Abuse: Essential Tips for Seniors .
✅In recognition of #FinancialLiteracyMonth, we are sharing practical tips to help older adults protect themselves from #financialabuse
📌Check out the EAPO infographic for key insights and easy-to-follow advice on spotting and preventing financial scams : https://t.co/KkmmZ7E0Ny

#financialliteracy #financialhealth #financialabuse #olderadults #tipsforseniors

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

SAVE THE DATE! We're hosting a book launch on November 27th for IPV expert Pamela Cross' new book, "And Sometimes They Kill You". This event is free and open to everyone. Pamela will share her expertise in an engaging and accessible manner on this important topic! @SPLibrary #GBV

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

Our Take Back the Night event in the news: https://t.co/vTSRoP4vRM @Stratford_Today
#TBTN2024 #EndVAW

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

SEE YOU TONIGHT! Take Back The Night Rally at Market Square in #Stratford at 6:30pm. Help us reclaim our streets! #TBTN2024 #EndVAW

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

Join us Friday for Take Back the Night! Learn about community resources, hear our guest speaker Lisa Wilde, and join our march to shatter the silence around violence against women!
#TBTN2024 #EndGBV #Stratford

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

ONE WEEK TODAY! Join us next Friday as we #takebackthenight to make public spaces safe for everyone. Started in the '70s, TBTN is one of the world’s oldest movements to stand against sexual violence. All community members are welcome cause ending VAW is everyone's responsibility.

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

We're hosting a Take Back the Night event on September 20th at 6:30pm in Market Square (downtown #Stratford). Join us!
#BelieveSurvivors #TakeBackTheNight

[OAITH @OaithDotCa]

In August, 7 femicides were confirmed in Ontario. There have been 49 femicides in Ontario since November 26th, 2023.

#WeCountFemicideBecause these deaths demand action.

Learn more:
https://t.co/WyELeoXnYg
https://t.co/7Ul4kCqzgx

Find #GBV Support: https://t.co/Wv6dXTtxfu

[Stop VAW Perth @stopvawperth]

Starting this fall there is a new support group for abused women. Register for New Pathways for Women being offered by #FamilyServicesPerthHuron in Stratford. Call 519-273-1020 for more information.
#EndVAW