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Why Volunteer at WAVAW?

We are moved, on a daily basis, by the love, energy, and care that our volunteers dedicate to their work with WAVAW. A volunteer is often the first person from the organization that survivors connect with. Thanks to our volunteers, their work ensures that support is always available on the 24 Hour Crisis & Information […]

Supreme Court set to review protections for sexual assault survivors in criminal trials

For immediate release – Oct. 5, 2021 VANCOUVER, UNCEDED COAST SALISH HOMELANDS – A two-day hearing that has significant implications for how courts handle sexual assault cases commences today at the Supreme Court of Canada. West Coast LEAF and WAVAW Rape Crisis Centre (“the Coalition”) are intervening together in two appeals being heard at the […]

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 given us first-hand experience to know that engagement with the police and the criminal legal system to bring charges against perpetrators doesn’t necessarily provide the feeling of […]

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 harm others. Through incredible generosity, kindness, and compassion, we’re noticing that people who are fortunate enough to have the financial capacity are stepping up […]

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 within queer and trans community happens, and because of the stigma against us, it can be hard to talk about.  Queer and trans people are not inherently […]

SOLD – WAVAW’s Online Silent Auction Is Now Live!

WAVAW’s first-ever virtual auction to support survivors of sexualized violence is now LIVE! Our hearts are so full from the more than 150 generous donations to SOLD made by local businesses, artists, restaurants, jewellers, artisans and tattoo artists who are sharing their passions and talents to support survivors. The outpouring of love and support is giving us so much […]