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SOLD
WAVAW's Annual Virtual Auction to Benefit Survivors Support Survivors by Shopping February 17 - 19, 2023 We are getting ready to launch SOLD 2023! From February 17th to 19th, 2023, our community...
A Conversation About The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women
As we approach December 6th, we at WAVAW are reflecting on the intentions behind this National Day of mourning and action, and if it is still living up to those intentions. The act of violent...
16 Activists to Follow for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
Every year, people across the globe observe 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, which kicks off on November 25 and ends on December 10 - International Human Rights Day. This annual...
Why Volunteer at WAVAW?
We are moved, on a daily basis, by the love, energy, and care that our volunteers dedicate to their work with WAVAW. A volunteer is often the first person from the organization that survivors...
Salal’s December 6 Vigil
Remembering the lives that were ended in an act of gender-based violence The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women All are welcomed to join us for Salal’s annual virtual...
This TDoR, Feminists Need to Step Up Against Transmisogyny
November 20th marks the annual tradition of Trans Day of Remembrance (TDoR). This is a time to honour and remember trans people who have died due to violence over the past year, with the majority...
Supreme Court set to review protections for sexual assault survivors in criminal trials
For immediate release - Oct. 5, 2021 VANCOUVER, UNCEDED COAST SALISH HOMELANDS – A two-day hearing that has significant implications for how courts handle sexual assault cases commences today at the...
Reimagining Justice
A virtual support group for survivors of sexualized violence Reimagining Justice Support Group starting October 19, 2021 via Zoom Dates: Tuesdays – October 19, October 26, November 2, November 9,...
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