Support Services.
Because survivors need help.Proactive Education.
Because ignorance leads to violence.Resources and Training.
Because we need to defend ourselves.A Drop-in Space.
A place to feel safe, supported, and part of a community.
What people have to say about the project:
"What can I say, this space is needed on every university campus, I am so thankful Brock finally has one." - Maddy, 4th Year Child and Youth Studies"It is hard for some people to talk to friends/family about emotionally intense experiences. It's great to know people can get help and not be judged." -Megan Morningstar, Neuroscience
"I think it would be awesome to have a place where women can go during times when there is a crisis, a place that's care, comfortable, and confidential." -Dilani Balasubramanian, Linguistics Humanities
"Women go through a lot, some more than others, and it is important to try to reach out and help those in need. I think it's a great opportunity for women to talk to someone who is willing to listen and support them in their time of need." -Jessica Brooks, Gender Studies "Mom was abused when I was a child. This is amazing to provide a safe spot." -anonymous
"Because it's important to raise awareness and breach the stigmas." -anonymous
"Because violence against women is bad". -anonymous
"Because we deserve a space to talk about issues that's safe." -anonymous
"Because women need an outlet to discuss their concerns that are exclusive to their gendered vulnerability." -Melissa Roque, Politics
"Women returning for education later in life have a consolidated place for support and learning." -anonymous
Survirors of sexual violence deserve support.
The support services provided (as of May 2012)
- 24-hour crisis and support line
- 1-on-1 peer support
- Peer support groups
- Drop-in/safe space on campus and downtown
- Accompaniments for survivors when going to the hospital, police station, etc
- Advocacy work to help survivors deal with other institutions/services
Education is crucial to ending violence
Topics we cover
- Healthy relationships
- The importance of consent
- Warning signs of an unhealthy relationship
- How to help a friend dealing with sexual violence
Resources and Training
Planned distribution of resources and training.
- Self-Defence Training
- Safety Whistles and lights
- Pocket Guides (how to respond to disclosure, what the options are if you've been assualted, etc)/li>
Drop in and Events
A safe and supportive space for women to come
- On-Campus location in Mac Chown D (Opens in April)
- Downtown location TBD (Opens September)
