Ending Violence Blog

During the #16DaysofActivism, please take action with us. So stay connected on our social media, media and email as we share information, resources and ways to participate in ending violence against women and gender-based violence.

As the holiday season approaches, we know it can bring both joy and stress. For many women and families impacted by violence and abuse, this time of year is especially challenging, as they navigate financial pressures, isolation, and the desire to create a joyful holiday for their children.

The Justice Centre at BWSS is hosting a vital conference, In Pursuit of Justice!: Taking Action on Violence Against Women and Gender-Based Violence, to examine the pressing legal, social, and political challenges that perpetuate violence against women and gender-diverse people.

When your loved one reaches out to you in distress, sharing the hurtful things their partner has said or done, it can be heartbreaking to see them stay in the relationship. As their abusive partner’s actions intensifies, you notice your loved one becoming more distant and increasingly unhappy. Despite your attempts to express your concerns, you feel like you can’t make a difference or impact, leaving you feeling frustrated and powerless…

At BWSS, we honour Gisèle Pelicot’s extraordinary bravery in sharing her story publicly. Gisèle’s voice stands as a testament to the resilience of victim-survivors of gender-based violence and highlights the urgent need for change so that survivors are heard, believed, and supported within the legal system.

Read our 2023-2024 Impact Report to see how your support works towards the elimination of gender-based violence.

British Columbians are largely in a waiting period following the October 19 election, with neither the BC NDP nor the BC Conservatives hitting the 47 seats required to get to a majority.

When your loved one reaches out to you in distress, sharing the hurtful things their partner has said or done, it can be heartbreaking to see them stay in the relationship. Despite your attempts to express your concerns, you feel like you can’t make a difference or impact, leaving you feeling frustrated and powerless…

On October 18th is Persons Day in Canada, a pivotal moment in the history of women’s rights. It commemorates the day in 1929 when Canadian women were legally recognized as “persons” under the law.

Recognizing subtle warning signs in relationships can play a crucial role in preventing future abuse. While overt behaviours like manipulation, gaslighting, or stalking are often seen as red flags, recent research highlights that less obvious actions can also serve as predictors of future violence.

All relationships exist on a spectrum from healthy to abusive, with unhealthy relationships somewhere in the middle. Explore our interactive Relationship Spectrum by rating different scenarios as healthy, unhealthy, or abusive and find out where your own relationship falls.

BWSS observes International Day of the Girl, we emphasize the urgent issue of dating violence among youth, especially girls, who face unique challenges in relationships that impact their emotional and physical well-being.