It's Women Abuse Prevention Month-from SAFE newsletter

 

It’s WAPM time!

Women

Abuse

Prevention

Month

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women will be observed in Canada on November 25, 2025. This date also marks the start of the annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence - which campaigns globally and within Canada to raise awareness and encourage action to end gender-based violence.

The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that runs from November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) to December 10 (Human Rights Day) to challenge and end violence against women and girls. Started in 1991 by the Women's Global Leadership Institute, the campaign highlights that gender-based violence is a pervasive human rights violation and aims to revitalize commitments to achieve gender equality.

SAFE Presents:

 Voices of Hope — A Conversation on Ending Gender-Based Violence

 Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
 Location: Williams Fresh Café 114 | 1250 Brant Street, Unit 10, Burlington, ON

Register (FREE) for SAFE’s Voices Of Hope November 17th Join us for a powerful evening of reflection, awareness, and hope as we come together ahead of November 25th – the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls. This community gathering marks the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (Nov 25–Dec 10) — a global movement calling for the prevention and elimination of all forms of violence and abuse. Through personal stories from survivors, meaningful discussion, and shared learning, we aim to shed light on the realities of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Gender-Based Violence, while inspiring hope, connection, and collective action. Evening Agenda 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. Arrivals — grab a drink, snack, or dinner and get comfy. Please note: Food and beverages are available for purchase at Williams Café and are at your own cost. 6:30 – 6:45 p.m. Welcome & Introduction What this evening represents Defining IPV & Gender-Based Violence About SAFE and our mission 6:45 – 7:45 p.m.  Messages of Hope — Survivor Stories Hear powerful stories of resilience, healing, and empowerment.  Trivia breaks with prizes — so make sure to pay attention! 7:45 – 8:00 p.m. Audience Q&A with our panel of survivors 8:00 – 8:30 p.m. Closing reflections: What can we do — as individuals, a community, and a society — to end Gender-Based Violence? Plus, learn how you can get involved and support SAFE’s initiatives.  Why Attend? Hear courageous survivor stories of transformation and hope Learn how to recognize and respond to gender-based violence Connect with your community and stand in solidarity Discover ways to get involved with SAFE and make an impact