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Blog Posts and Resources for Supporting Survivors, Shifting Society
Why I’m Running for WAVAW this Sunday
Post by Tanzin Bhuiyan, WAVAW Board Director I am running for and supporting WAVAW Rape Crisis Centre at this year’s Scotiabank Half Marathon and 5K because even in 2017 gender inequality and its...
Our Favourite Children’s Books
At WAVAW we understand how difficult it can be to navigate media and technology these days, especially when it comes to little ones. With so much information and messaging circulating around us all...
Fun and Funds!
Post by Natti Schmid, WAVAW Office Manager Does the idea of reaching out to individuals to ask for donations make you uncomfortable? I understand that - no matter how much you care about a cause,...
When you vote, vote with women in mind
Post by Nic Wayara, WAVAW Volunteer This election has to be one of the most politically electric one in decades of BC history. I implore you: When you vote, vote with women in mind. We need to use...
Does that still happen?
To our amazing community,We know that you already understand the importance of the work that WAVAW does. You might be shocked to hear that some people are surprised that Vancouver needs our...
WAVAW Launches Justice Project, Seeks Survivor Participation in Interviews
As we look to create change in the justice system, we want to center what survivors of sexual violence would like to see. WAVAW Rape Crisis Centre is in the first year of a 3-year project that will...
Q&A with Victim Services
At WAVAW, we receive a lot of questions from students. We thought we would share some of our responses! Here is a Q&A about sexuality, consent, sexual assault, and rape culture with Victim...
Join us at the Scotiabank Charity Challenge on June 24!
Spring has arrived and it’s time to brush off those running shoes! The Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon & 5K is just 7 weeks away! And, to kick things off we are offering free registration...
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