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What we’ve learned since introducing the definition of “people of marginalized genders”

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 basement wanted to ensure that survivors could access emotional support and information while navigating healing and systems. After more than 30 years of serving […]

4,270 Kilometers For Survivors

We’re always incredibly grateful when our community organizes fundraisers for WAVAW, but what we’re about to share is a WAVAW first! Meet Alyssa Kroeker, a wrestling coach, owner/operator of AMK Strength & Conditioning, and survivor in our WAVAW community. Alyssa reached out to us earlier this year to share that she is planning a six […]

Black Women, Femmes & Gender Diverse People Have Always Been at the Forefront of the Anti-Violence Movement

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 and the work we do. Dedicating one month out of the year to recognizing Black history, excellence, and futures is insufficient.  At […]

What WAVAW Accomplished in 2021

Like so many of you, we’ve been reflecting on 2021 and celebrating all the things that we have accomplished this year! While this year has not been short on it’s challenges (we’re looking at you, COVID), we managed to achieve new milestones, introduce new programming to WAVAW’s wrap-around delivery service, and continue to inspire the […]

Honouring Our Anger

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. It’s not always just about our individual selves either—anger is the appropriate response to oppression. Anger is an emotion like any […]

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 misogyny on December 6th, 1989 shook our country, and its impact led Parliament to designate this day as The National […]

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 campaign founded by the UN, is recognized worldwide to call for the elimination of violence against women (including trans and cis women). Despite […]