Ottawa police introduce ‘risk navigators’ to combat intimate partner violence
Ottawa police introduce ‘risk navigators’ to combat intimate partner violence “We have to eliminate femicides, and the only way to do it is to talk…
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Amanda Todd’s family joins American parents in lawsuit against social media giants
Amanda Todd’s family joins American parents in lawsuit against social media giants The lawsuit was filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court earlier this…
Taking Action in November
It’s true that part of the problem of woman abuse is individual. Lots of men are not abusive. An individual can change their behaviour and become less violent (usually with help).
But part of the problem is our culture. Our attitudes and beliefs about how women and girls should be treated are part of this. The excuses we make about why some men abuse women also are. So are our gender roles and the idea that it was just a joke or that it wasn’t that bad. And more.
War on women – Women killed in armed conflicts double in 2023
War on women – Women killed in armed conflicts double in 2023 New York, 22 October – The effects of war and conflict on women…
Diddy is in the news. But is it OK to make jokes about him?
Diddy is in the news. But is it OK to make jokes about him? Why an expert says jokes about Diddy aren’t funny Even though…
Are Indigenous communities being set up to fail with the transfer of control of child welfare services?
Are Indigenous communities being set up to fail with the transfer of control of child welfare services? First, at the same time as the federal…
Boston doctor builds tool to identify patients at risk for intimate partner violence
Boston doctor builds tool to identify patients at risk for intimate partner violence “I take it very personally. I’m an Emergency Radiologist. I’m a gatekeeper….
United Nations holds panel on fighting violence against women and girls in sports
UN officials believe violence against women and girls in sports is a human rights issue. United Nations holds panel on fighting violence against women and…
Men, Your Moment to End Gender-Based Violence Is Now
Men, Your Moment to End Gender-Based Violence Is Now “Men need gender equality as much as gender equality needs men.” Gary Barker, Equimundo Men, your…
