The VAWCCWE works to coordinate a community-wide response aimed at ending violence against women and children through effective interventions and services.
Thank you to our City Councillors and Mayor Dilkens for officially recognizing and declaring IPV as an epidemic in Windsor. This declaration is a significant demonstration of support that sends a powerful message to our community and to survivors. #IPVepidemic
IPV is an epidemic. It must be acknowledged as such. Help us in encouraging our Windsor-Essex leaders to formally acknowledge and declare IPV an epidemic. Sign our petition at: https://t.co/SmhxlNPgCD
We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Sahra Bulle and extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends. Yet another senseless femicide has shaken Windsor-Essex, serving as a stark reminder of the urgent need for action and systemic change.
Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Nearly ¾ of victims of human trafficking worldwide are females. Contact Canada’s confidential Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-833-900-1010.
#HumanTrafficking#EndTrafficking#EndHumanTrafficking
"The reality is we strongly believe that violence didn't go away, and now again people feel safe enough they can reach out to us." #VAW#WomensShelters
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The United Nations recognizes July 30th as the Day Against Trafficking in Persons. We take this day to honour the victims. We are honoured to see such resilience, courage, and strength in each survivor we work with. We hope for a future where this heinous crime is no more.
If you think you’re experiencing #relationshipabuse, reach out to an Advocate by calling 1-800-799-7233, 1-800-787-3224 TTY, texting “LOVEIS” to 1-866-331-9474, or chatting online at https://t.co/ayj7ex0GRa. #IPV
In first 6 months of 2020, 78 women/girls killed by violence.
No accused identified in 8 cases.
In remaining 70 cases, 91% of accused were male (N=64).
#CallItFemicide
"In situations of intimate partner violence, pets often act as emotional support for those experiencing abuse. In up to 89 per cent of cases of domestic violence where animals are present, animal abuse also happens." #EndVAW#StopPetAbuse#SafeSpace
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The TBTN planning committees are working tirelessly to make this years event better than ever 🙌🏼, while following provincial guidelines to ensure everyone’s safety 😷. Stay tuned for some exciting announcements to come! #TakeBackTheNight2020#VAWCCWE#community#YQG
Pregnancy can be an especially dangerous time for those in abusive relationships, and #abuse can often begin or escalate during pregnancy. It’s important to learn how to stay safe during this crucial time. Learn more: https://t.co/MRIwJqd8BC #NationalPurposefulParentingMonth#IPV
Believe her. Always believe her. You have no idea how hard it is for a woman to come forward and report abuse. Don’t create another barrier for her by questioning the validity of her story #ViolenceAgainstWomen#BelieveWomen#GenderBasedViolence#VAWCCWE
We have picked the date for Windsor’s Take Back The Night 2020 🌚 💜Please join us September 25th- more information to come. Stay tuned! #takebackthenight2020
"Protocols already established by Windsor’s social services department to help isolate COVID-positive homeless individuals in the city will be extended to include non-acute farm workers from the county" #YQG 🙌🙌🙌https://t.co/xmNEiHGfgr