Ending Violence Blog
Via our award winning blog Battered Women’s Support Services provides education and advocacy as we work towards the elimination of violence.
Specialized Support for Latin American Women
Latinas Latimos Juntas- the Latin American Women’s Program at BWSS BWSS is committed to providing specialized supports for women and gender-diverse survivors of violence who experience overlapping and intersecting barriers to safety from abusive relationships. One of...
BWSS Commemorates Prisoners Justice Day
Join us in affirming the lives and self-determination of all survivors of gender-based violence. “Prisoners Justice Day is…the day to oppose prison violence, police violence, and violence against women and children.” — Prisoners Justice Day Committee, 2001
BWSS Submission to Federal Government Pre-Budget Consultation
BWSS Submission to Federal Government Pre-Budget Consultation: Prioritize Ending GBV! The Canadian government’s House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance is in the process of its annual pre-budget consultations process. As part of this process, the federal...
Anti-violence Organization Calls on Municipal Governments in BC to Implement Action Plans to End Gender-Based Violence
Monday July 31, 2023 – (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/Vancouver, B.C) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE.
Nova Scotia Mass Casualty Commission Recommends a Declaration that Gender-Based Violence is a National “Epidemic”
Earlier this year, the Nova Scotia Mass Casualty Commission released its final report, titled Turning the Tide Together. The Mass Casualty Commission was a joint public inquiry between the Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia…
B.C Government Announcement to Support Sexual Assault Survivors
For immediate release Anti-violence Organization Reacts to B.C Government Announcement to Support Sexual Assault Survivors Monday July 24, 2023 - (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/Vancouver, B.C) – Battered...
Family Law 101 Workshop for Survivors
Are you in an abusive relationship and feeling overwhelmed trying to navigate the court system after a divorce or separation? Navigating next steps can feel overwhelming. Join us for a free Family Law 101 Workshop for Survivors on August 3rd with our Justice Centre to...
Safe Third Country Agreement
Canada is Shutting the Door on Refugee Survivors Earlier this month, the Supreme Court of Canada issued its decision on the Safe Third Country Agreement, a refugee deal with the US that harms refugees, including refugees who are survivors of gender-based violence....
“Keira’s Law”: More Domestic Violence Training for Judges. But Is It Enough?
CONTENT WARNING: the following blog post covers sensitive topics including intimate partner violence, domestic violence, death, and the legal system as it relates to violence against women and children. Information presented may trigger unpleasant feelings, thoughts,...
Gender-Based Experiences in Gig Economy
New Global Report Sheds Light on Gender-Based Experiences in Gig Economy Gig work, also known as the platform-based economy, is on the rise around the world. Technological developments like digital labour platforms are largely associated with precarious work like low...
BWSS Honours National Indigenous Peoples Day
BWSS Honours National Indigenous Peoples Day Battered Women’s Support Services (BWSS) is commemorating National Indigenous Peoples Day today. Today, and every day, is an important time to celebrate and honour the many cultures and teachings of Indigenous peoples and...
Supporting Survivors with Traumatic Brain Injuries
Concussions in the Spotlight: Supporting Survivors with Traumatic Brain Injuries by Kirstin Scansen-Isbister for BWSS Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can be extremely challenging, life-changing events. They are also shockingly common among survivors of intimate...