 International Women's Day - March 8thSexual Abuse Prevention Month - MayWoman Abuse Prevention Month - NovemberNational Day of Remembrance and Action - December 6thMen Speaking OutYou'll need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the files that are in pdf format. Acrobat Reader is a free download available from Adobe. International Woman's Day - March 8 "Think globally. Act locally." The United Nations declared March 8th as International Women's Day (IWD) as a call for action in improving the economic, social, cultural and political lives of women throughout the world. IWD has been a part of women’s struggle for the right to vote, the right to speak out, the right to choose a spouse and still, in some countries, the right to attend school.The UN has worked to promote legal measures; mobilize public opinion and international action; conduct training and research; and provide direct assistance to disadvantaged groups. It is an occasion designated in many countries as a national holiday marked by women's groups around the world. Women in every country, often divided by ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political differences, come together to celebrate this important date that represents equality, justice, peace and development. IWD is also a date to celebrate the achievements made by women and raise money for programs that improve lives of women both globally and locally. Family Transition Place recognizes IWD annually to celebrate women, improve awareness, and raise funds to support our residential, counselling, outreach and violence prevention services. The 2010 United Nations theme is: “Equal rights, equal opportunities: Progress for all". Back to topSexual Assault Prevention Month - May www.citizenship.gov.on.ca/owd/english/resources/dates/assault/resources.shtml Over one third of adult women report being sexually assaulted since they were 16 years old. An estimated 572,000 women in Canada were sexually assaulted in one year alone. That’s more than one per minute! Each May Family Transition Place joins other agencies in educating our community in an attempt to empower them:
Tweens: Teens Before Their Time When I was given the task of creating a piece about "Tweens", I thought immediately about how much they are affected by the media, and how it’s changing our society so much. These young kids are being so exposed to things like sex and drugs that it’s almost impossible to shelter them from it. Parents just need to be aware that these things are out there, and that their kids will encounter it every day. They need to learn how to censor what their children read and listen to. As much as their kids might hate them for it now, they’ll be thankful later on in their lives. - Erin Kjaer, Robert F. Hall Catholic Secondary School, winner of SAPM Poster Competition. "Tweens: Teens Before Their Time" - Family Transition Place "Preventing the Sexual Abuse of Children (Part 1)" - Heather Robinson, Dufferin Child and Family Services "Just Loosen Up And Start Talking" - Family Transition Place "Talking to Your Pre-Teen About Sex and Relationships" - Family Transition Place Back to topWoman Abuse Prevention Month - November Each November, activities are planned throughout Ontario to raise awareness about the issue of violence against women. 25% of Ontario women experience spousal assault at least once in their lifetime and 25 women die at that hands of their boyfriends or partner in Ontario each year.
Town of Orangeville - Proclamation November 16th Panel Presentation - Invitation WOMAN ABUSE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: The Reality and The Response Moderated by Marie Balogh, Assistant Crown Attorney and Co-Chair, Domestic Assault Review Team Back to topNational Day of Remembrance and Action for Violence Against Women - December 6th www.swc-cfc.gc.ca/dates/vaw-vff/index-eng.html Did you know that December 6 is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada? Established in 1991 by the Parliament of Canada, this day coincides with the sad anniversary of the death of fourteen young women who were tragically killed on December 6, 1989 at l'École Polytechnique in Montréal because of their gender. Beyond commemorating the loss of these fourteen young lives, this day represents a time to pause and reflect on the phenomenon of violence against women in our society. It is also a time to have a special thought for all the women and girls who live daily with the threat of violence or who have died as a result of deliberate acts of gender-based violence. Last but not least, it is a day for communities to reflect on concrete actions that each Canadian can take to prevent and eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls.
Friday, December 4, 2009 11:30—12:30 pm Family Transition Place 20 Bredin Parkway, Orangeville, ON Back to topMen Speaking Out Respectful men have told us that they want to be distinguished as different and separate from the men who abuse. Credible men have told us that they feel excluded from the change process and they want to be involved in a concrete way in helping stop family violence. Abused women and those working to end abuse have told us that they want to invite more men to become involved in making our community a safer place. We know it takes real courage for men to speak out on an issue that they have traditionally remained silent about. Thank you to these men who came forward to speak out and speak up against woman abuse and family violence. Back to top |
