Virtual Never Your Fault Presentation
An Informational session over ZOOM about sexual violence, assault, harassment and consent, so we can all thrive in a safe and healthy community.
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Erin Vlamis- Court Advocate Manager
Typically, when people hear the phrase “gender-based violence” they automatically assume that is exclusive to women and girls, however, that is simply not the case. Gender-based violence is violence that is directed at an individual based on their biological sex or gender identity and is an issue that people all over the world face. Gender-based violence knows no bounds and can be physical, sexual, verbal, emotional, and psychological. Due to the many ways that this can show up in people’s lives, it can include behaviors like threats, coercion, economic or educational deprivation, and can be done in both private and public settings
Gender-based violence is largely under-reported due to the lack of resources and support systems that may be accessible. One of the most important things regarding gender-based violence is that it can happen to anyone at any time, regardless of demographics, geographical location, socio-economic status, sexuality, or gender identity. Gender-based violence includes women and girls, men and boys, and sexual and gender minorities, which shows up due to the systemic gender inequality that tends to stifle voices of those that have experienced gender-based violence.
Gender-based violence shows up in many forms, so it is important to remember that it is any act of violence that is directly related to someone’s gender. Specific examples of gender-based violence are things like street harassment, unwanted physical touch, outing a person or threatening to out a person, sexual assault, intimate partner violence and much more. To prevent gender-based violence everyone must engage in conversations that are inclusive to all who may be experiencing gender-based violence so there are more allies to work towards ending gender-based violence in all forms.
An Informational session over ZOOM about sexual violence, assault, harassment and consent, so we can all thrive in a safe and healthy community.
Our Lunch and Learn sessions are an opportunity to learn more about The WCA and the clients we serve! Our Philanthropy Manager, Laura will share an overview of our services , the clients we serve and our current needs. Bring your lunch and any questions you have to this virtual monthly check in! When: April 23, 12-12:30 […]
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An Informational session over ZOOM about domestic abuse, warning signs, barriers to leaving, resources and information about supporting others.
Our Lunch and Learn sessions are an opportunity to learn more about The WCA and the clients we serve! Our Philanthropy Manager, Laura will share an overview of our services , the clients we serve and our current needs. Bring your lunch and any questions you have to this virtual monthly check in! When: May 28, 11:30 […]
Our Lunch and Learn sessions are an opportunity to learn more about The WCA and the clients we serve! Our Philanthropy Manager, Laura will share an overview of our services , the clients we serve and our current needs. Bring your lunch and any questions you have to this virtual monthly check in! When: June 8, 12-12:30 […]
Our Lunch and Learn sessions are an opportunity to learn more about The WCA and the clients we serve! Our Philanthropy Manager, Laura will share an overview of our services , the clients we serve and our current needs. Bring your lunch and any questions you have to this virtual monthly check in! When: July 13, 12-12:30 […]
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) – which provides an opportunity to educate and engage our community and help people learn more about domestic abuse and how as individuals and as a community we can work to break the cycle of abuse. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 4 […]