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Empathy in Action: Principles of Trauma-Informed Care for Survivors
“The first principle of recovery is empowerment of the survivor,” wrote psychiatrist and trauma expert Judith Lewis Herman in 1992. “She must be the author and arbiter of her own recovery.” Three decades later, how many service providers embrace this? Data suggests at least a third of Canadians seeking services — in health care, housing,
Towards Equality
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted and exacerbated long-standing gender inequalities. It disproportionately affects women and our recovery plan must manage the impact of COVID-19 on women. From health to the
Intimate Partner Violence in 2SLGBTQ+ Relationships
TW/Disclaimer: This article contains descriptions of domestic violence June is Pride Month in Canada, an opportunity to highlight issues specifically pertaining to people in the 2SLGBTQ+ communities. In this article,
Preparing to Leave Abusive Situation
What Is Safety Planning? A safety plan is a personalized plan to ensure physical and emotional safety from a partner when preparing to leave an abusive situation. Safety planning focuses
Peter Celler Run Through Night
Amazing things can happen when you combine your personal passions and talents with your desire to give back to the community. Peter Celler and his Run Through Night campaign are
Digital Markers of Violence Against Women
The internet is a breeding ground for misogyny and violence against women. But with all of the data at our fingertips, why aren’t technological advancements working to prevent gender-based violence?
Volunteer Spotlight: Marykate
Say Hello to Marykate! Marykate is April’s volunteer of the month. Marykate has been with Shelter Movers Montreal since the start of our operations in September last year. She has