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Blog Posts and Resources for Supporting Survivors, Shifting Society
Vote For A Future Free From Sexualized Violence
The Federal election is this Monday, September 20th and we are anxiously waiting to see how the outcome will impact survivors of sexualized violence. At WAVAW, we know that an election at any level...
Remembering Our Ancestors
A Series of Free Virtual Workshops For Indigenous Survivors February 2025 - May 2025 Free Workshop Series for Indigenous Survivors Remembering Our Ancestors workshop series is designed for...
Transformative Justice at WAVAW: An Introduction
We're excited to announce that WAVAW is now offering Transformative Justice as part of our wrap-around-service delivery model! Working with survivors of sexualized violence for nearly 40 years has...
Their Spirits Are Still With Us
Virtual Artist Talk and Silent Auction Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 6pm PST 100% of Proceeds will Benefit Salal’s Indigenous Counselling & Outreach Program Explore six moving paintings...
Three Reasons To Be A Champion For Survivors
Over this past year, we've witnessed monumental global movements and experienced the power we possess when we come together to stand up against systems and behaviours that continue to oppress and...
Salal Salon Series
Explore intersecting issues on sexual violence, intersectional feminism and anti-oppression. About The Salal Salon Series As a feminist sexual violence support centre, Salal offers counselling,...
Volume Three of Recognition Now Available
In late 2019, WAVAW launched our zine, Recognition: Trans and Queer Artists on Sexual Harm. After a turbulent year and a half, we are grateful to share the resilience of the 2SLGBTQ+ community...
Queer People Deserve Relationship Safety
Queer People Deserve Relationship Safety Many of us come to queer and trans community looking for understanding, acceptance, and safety. Unfortunately, that’s not always what we find. Violence...
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