Woman abuse prevention month

Woman Abuse Prevention Month

Every November, Ontario recognizes Woman Abuse Prevention Month, a time to reflect, raise awareness, and take action to end gender-based violence (GBV). 

At Luke’s Place, we stand with survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) every day, women navigating not only the trauma of abuse but also the ongoing challenges of the family court system.

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Ways a survivor can engage in the GBV movement

As we continue to recognize Woman Abuse Prevention Month and the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), we’ve explored ways that service providers, advocates, lawyers, judges and the broader community can take action to end all forms of gender-based violence. We recognize that many people working in these roles are also survivors,

Three effective ways you can stop violence

As we are exploring throughout November, everyone has a role in building safer communities by ending gender-based violence (GBV). Service providers, advocates and others supporting women as they leave an abusive relationship can play an especially important role in ending violence against women.

Here are some examples of ways you can take action:

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Standing Against Violence Together: What YOU can do

Every year, from November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to December 10 (Human Rights Day), the world observes the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). This global campaign, first led by the United Nations, aims to raise awareness and take action toward eliminating all forms of gender-based violence.

Woman Abuse Prevention Month – Together Counts!

November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month. This month, let’s take some time to pause, reflect, and stand up for those women in our collective communities who have faced intimate partner violence and their children who have witnessed and are affected by violence.

At Luke’s Place, our mission is clear: we are here to provide support,

Woman Abuse Prevention: #LoveShouldntHurt and Wrapped in Courage

November is Woman Abuse Prevention month. Everyday Luke’s Place, and many other organizations, work to prevent further gender-based violence in our communities. Join our efforts!
Here are two campaigns to raise awareness about intimate partner abuse and to support for survivors and their children.
Ontario-wide: Wrapped in Courage Woman Abuse Prevention Campaign
From the Ontario Association of Interval and Transitional Housing (OAITH)

20-30 women in this province are murdered by a current or former male partner every year…
Shelters in your community play a vital role for survivors through their programs and services.