Sarah Stevenson’s Post

A report released this year by UNICEF, World Health Organization, Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) highlights the intersections between violence against children and violence against women. It echoes what we have heard from our partners based on their experiences on the ground. We believe that by addressing violence at an early age, the cycle of intergenerational violence can be broken. That is why, from 2023, we have expanded our commitment to include addressing violence against children. Find the report here: https://lnkd.in/e4nHgxEJ #endviolence

May is Sexual Violence Awareness Month — a time to challenge attitudes, promote a culture of consent and raise awareness about sexual violence in Alberta. Alberta’s government is working with community partners to develop a made-in-Alberta 10-year strategy to put an end to sexual violence while supporting survivors. This strategy is building upon other projects already underway such as the Premier’s Council on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and the Human Trafficking Action Plan, as well as the Rural Sexual Assault Support project, and support for gender-based violence prevention on campuses. We all have a role to play in creating safer, more compassionate communities by modelling healthy and respectful relationships and contributing to a culture of consent. Everyone deserves to live free from violence and the fear of violence and Alberta’s government is committed to taking action to end gender-based violence and support survivors.

Violence against women and girls is one of the most pervasive human rights violations worldwide, with nearly one in three women experiencing physical or sexual violence in their lifetime, according to the United Nations. Gruppo San Donato is proud to support women’s health through six Bollino Rosa hospitals, recognized by Fondazione Onda ETS for their excellence in services tailored to women’s needs, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. The facilities awarded with Bollino Rosa this year include Policlinico San Donato, Ospedale San Raffaele and Ospedale San Raffaele Turro, Istituto Clinico Sant’Anna, Istituti Clinici Zucchi, Policlinico San Pietro, and Policlinico San Marco. This November, as part of the UN’s campaign to end violence against women, Gruppo San Donato is offering free psychological support at Policlinico San Donato. Victims can book confidential appointments with psychologists through a dedicated helpline. Together, let’s take a stand—because there’s no excuse for gender-based violence. #GruppoSanDonato #GSDHealthMag #ScienceBased #InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfViolenceAgainstWomenAndGirls #NoExcuse #WomensRights 

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) 2024 this April, we at Eagle Staffing Company would like to use our platform to spotlight resources available for education, support, and advocacy surrounding this critical issue. We're especially highlighting the work of our local partner, https://woar.org WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence for its impactful contributions. 🔵💙 #SAAM2024 #PhillyStandsWithSurvivors WOAR has been a pillar of support in the Philadelphia area for over half a century, offering immediate crisis counseling and guidance through a 24/7 hotline. They provide specialized support for various communities, including LGBTQIA, Spanish-speaking individuals, and young adults. We invite you to join us in raising awareness and advocating change for this pervasive issue: Visit It's On Us - https://www.itsonus.org/ to educate yourself about the signs of sexual violence and effective support methods. Break the silence and promote an environment of respect and equality. Speak out against sexual violence and let your voice be heard. Consider supporting organizations that are making a real difference in this field. The Joyful Heart Foundation - https://lnkd.in/euq2ZdkH is committed to healing, educating, and empowering survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse. Visit the websites to explore more opportunities to get involved, learn about the issue, or seek help if you or someone you know is affected. Remember, change doesn't come in a single month. It's a continuous effort, and we can contribute to that change. #EagleStaffingCares #ItStartsWithUs #SupportSurvivors #WOARphila

𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗪: 𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸! 🚨 According to UNICEF’s 2024 report - When Numbers Demand Action, 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆, 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝟰𝟭𝟬 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟱𝟯𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗼𝘆𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗻—𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝟭 𝗶𝗻 𝟳—have been subjected to sexual violence during their childhoods. This figure includes 𝟮𝟰𝟬 𝘁𝗼 𝟯𝟭𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗼𝘆𝘀—𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝟭 𝗶𝗻 𝟭𝟭—who have 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝘅𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝘂𝗹𝘁. Yet, despite the alarming prevalence of sexual violence against boys, 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟭 𝗶𝗻 𝟲 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗼𝘆𝘀' experiences of this violence, making it even more difficult to address the issue effectively. The data is clear: millions of boys worldwide have been victims of sexual violence, yet their stories remain hidden. Addressing this issue requires collective action, and it starts with raising awareness, supporting survivors, and driving policy change. By 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭𝟲𝘁𝗵, 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗨𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝘆𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝗲𝘅𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, we can ensure that boys who have experienced sexual violence are no longer overlooked, and that they receive the support and protection they need. 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱’𝘀 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻 to make this international day a reality. Sign the petition and share it within your network. Your voice matters in creating a safer world for all children—girls and boys alike. SIGN THE PETITION HERE: https://lnkd.in/gGzyGpkT 🔍 Read the Unicef report here: https://lnkd.in/gZcEt3Qd #BlueUmbrellaDay #FamilyForEveryChild #EndChildhoodViolence #ProtectBoys #ChildProtection #StopSexualViolence #GlobalAction #AdvocacyForChildren #PreventChildAbuse #UNCampaign

Today is the start of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence — a call to action to unite to end violence against women in Canada and the world. One in three women and girls experience violence in their lifetimes, according to the United Nations. This violence can come in different forms — physical, sexual, emotional, financial as well as stalking and cyberstalking online! And newcomer and BIPOC women, Indigenous and 2SLGBTQI+ folks are more at risk. It also affects children who witness abuse in their homes. Gender-based violence is all too common, so please know that you’re not alone and don’t be afraid to ask for help. We, at DIVERSEcity, offer culturally safe and trauma-informed Gender-Based Violence Services. All our services are based on our Roots of Safety service planning approach, which focuses on addressing the harmful or abusive behaviour, a framework grounded in intersectionality and anti-oppressive practice. We are here to listen and support you in your healing journey with our various services, including: 🔹 Stopping the Violence Counselling and Multicultural Victims Services Outreach 🔹 Sexual Violence Support Services 🔹 PEACE Program for children and youth who have witnessed abuse 🔹 Stories of Strength community-led empowerment project 🔹 And more … Violence is never your fault. There’s #NoExcuse. It’s time for us to all come together and act now to end gender-based violence. Learn more about how we can help at https://lnkd.in/gSP9Tgsr #ForPeopleForCommunities #16days #genderbasedviolence #GBV #survivorsofviolence #womensurvivors #ComeTogetherActNow

Instead of trying to find one approach to ending violence, let's recognise that we need multiple approaches to be able to effectively intervene at all points along the continuum, from prevention through to recovery. An excellent discussion from Safe and Equal.

𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐓𝐞 𝐀𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐤𝐮𝐫𝐚 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 Te Puna Aonui is developing the next Action Plan to give effect to Te Aorerekura – the National Strategy to Eliminate Family Violence and Sexual Violence. This will build on the work of the first Action Plan, with actions focused on the parts of the system that require the collective effort of government agencies to make a difference. The first Te Aorerekura Action Plan concluded in December 2023, having built the foundations for longer term change, including the Outcomes and Measurement Framework to track progress and support everyone in Te Puna Aonui to learn. Te Puna Aonui has run targeted engagements to inform the next Action Plan through a Critical Friends’ Group of specialists and discussions with communities of interest, to test the direction for the next Action Plan. This has included tangata whenua, Pacific providers, LGBTQIA+ people, ethnic communities, disabled people, older people, and children and young people.   We’ll launch the Action Plan later in the year and look forward to working with all government agencies and with communities to enable its implementation so that family people impacted by family violence and sexual violence receive safe, integrated services.      To learn more about the National Strategy, Click here: https://lnkd.in/gGbbpXgn To learn more about the Outcomes and Measurement Framework, click here: https://lnkd.in/gnteN47V

"Addressing and preventing sexual violence requires coordinated, community action. As we commemorate Sexual Violence Prevention Month in Ottawa, we underscore the crucial role that collective action plays in fostering safer, more supportive environments for all individuals." Sexual violence continues to be a pervasive issue that affects individuals across all demographics and disproportionately targets an increasing number of people from historically oppressed and underserved communities. For this reason and more, sexual violence prevention requires a multifaceted approach. By working together as a community, we can challenge harmful attitudes, dismantle systemic barriers, and promote education and awareness about consent and healthy relationships. In its 50th year of operations, ORCC is dedicated to supporting survivors, advocating for their rights, and working proactively to engage in initiatives aimed at preventing sexual violence before it occurs. That said, our impact is greatly amplified when we collaborate with community partners, funders, and community members throughout Ottawa who share our vision of a world free from sexual violence. During Sexual Violence Prevention Month and over all the days that follow, know that we can effect meaningful change toward building safer, more inclusive communities for everyone if we move forward together to take action. To read all of ORCC's statement in recognition of Sexual Violence Prevention Month, please visit: https://lnkd.in/ev5X7Pqr

🚨 16 messages for 16 days of activism against gender-based violence 🚨 📢 Day 2: Responses must be tailored to local need 📢 Responses to domestic abuse must reflect the unique challenges and barriers faced by different groups. At Cordis Bright, our research has shown the importance of robust needs assessments in tailoring interventions to local needs, systems and the experiences of diverse subgroups, including: ➡️ Victim-survivors. ➡️ Perpetrators. ➡️ Children and young people. ➡️ People with protected characteristics ➡️ People from global majority backgrounds. ➡️ LGBTQI+ groups. By implementing tailored approaches based on a strong understanding of need, we can improve the support available to communities affected by domestic abuse. Robust needs assessments can help to: 🔍 Identify local needs and priorities, reflecting different typologies of domestic abuse. 🔍 Highlight gaps in services or barriers to accessing services, improving access for all groups. 🔍 Benchmark priorities and support evidence-based planning to improve outcomes. If you’re interested in assessing need around domestic abuse, violence against women and girls, gender-based violence, or victim services, check out our Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme (DAPP) Needs Assessment Toolkit. The Toolkit provides a comprehensive range of methods and tools designed to support not only perpetrator programmes but also initiatives addressing domestic abuse, violence against women and girls, and broader forms of gender-based violence. It's available here: https://lnkd.in/euMKW_7b #16DaysOfActivism #EndDomesticAbuse #NeedsAssessment #LocalApproaches #UnderstandingNeed #CordisBright