Learning and Knowledge Exchanges
We Are Here: Women’s Experiences of the Barriers to Reporting Sexual Violence
This report centres womenโs experiences of the devastating impacts of sexual assault, which are all too often exacerbated by the legal systemโs inadequate responses. This report aims to identify barriers in the justice system for survivors of sexual assault and to inspire change so that reporting to police becomes a viable option for all those who want to pursue it.
The Unfinished Story of Yes
Animated video called The Unfinished Story of Yes explains how activism has shaped Canadaโs laws about sexual assault over the years.
Rivers of Hope: A Toolkit on Islamophobic Violence by and for Muslim Women
This toolkit has been shared across North America and used as a resource for those interested in learning more about how to address anti-Muslim hate crimes and support survivors.
Women with Disabilities & Housing
Learn how poverty and discrimination in housing is compounded if a person with a disability identifies as a woman, is Indigenous, Black or African Canadian, is from other racialized groups, identifies as Trans and/or is a migrant or refugee with precarious immigration status.
Building Supports: Housing Access for Immigrant and Refugee Women Leaving Violence Webinar
An online webinar discussing the unique housing needs of immigrant and refugee women leaving violence.
Unlearning Islamophobia in Anti-Violence Against Women Work
A background on how discussions around ending violence against women (VAW) in Muslim communities in Canada have often been steeped with Islamophobia. This backgrounder also offers best practices for Muslim-led anti-VAW projects.
Live In Caregiver & Caregiver Programs
A policy brief on the systemic barriers and exploitation that migrant caregivers face, and policy recommendations on Canada’s Live-In Caregiver and Caregiver Programs, 2015-2017.
LGBTQ2S+ Youth, Violence and Homelessness
This newsletter describes the violence experienced by LGBTQ2S youth and its links with homelessness, and discusses the impacts of violence and homelessness for LGBTQ2S youth.