By: Tazeen Inam in Toronto, ON One woman is murdered in Canada every six days, according to the Canadian Women’s Foundation. This statistic belies what’s…
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Political Upheaval Brings Women Together in Healing
by Maria Assaf in Oxford, England Imagine being a child bride in pre-revolutionary Iran – suffering abuse on a daily basis, being forced into a…
View More Political Upheaval Brings Women Together in HealingBreaking Silence Around Elder Abuse
by Beatrice Paez in Toronto Asking seniors subtle questions about their daily routines opens up dialogue – and can point to signs of elder abuse,…
View More Breaking Silence Around Elder AbuseWomen Fleeing Abuse Need Culturally Specific Services
by Diba Hareer in Ottawa Lack of language skills, community support and cultural constraints prevent many immigrant and ethnic women from fleeing abusive relationships and seeking help. …
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