Blog Posts and Resources for Supporting Survivors, Shifting Society
When WAVAW was established in 1982, our founding purpose was to address the devastating gap in support services for survivors of sexualized violence. One woman operating a Crisis Line in her...
February is Black History month, and WAVAW wants to take the time to reflect, share, and acknowledge just how integral Black women and Black trans people have been to both the anti-violence movement...
It is officially January 2022. We made it to the New Year! This past year has been a difficult one for many of us. Some people see this month as a time to “start fresh” and dive into self...
Anger is the primary emotional state that functions to uphold our boundaries. When we feel anger, it’s an indication that something is wrong—a boundary has been crossed or a need is not being met....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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