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Overview
One way we can prevent bullying, family violence, domestic violence, sexual exploitation, child or elder abuse is to increase awareness and educate each other on the supports available.
Events
Family Violence Prevention Month
Date: November 1 to 30
Where: Provincewide
Organization: Ministry of Children and Family Services
Details: November is Family Violence Prevention Month (FVPM) in Alberta. It is a time to increase awareness of the warning signs of family violence and the resources and supports available so we can work together to end family violence and build healthier relationships in our communities. You can participate by attending events in your community, including those below, or by sharing information on social media using #WhereToTurn.
Illuminate Challenge
Date: November 1 to 30
Where: Provincewide
Organization: Raisely
Details: The Jessica Martel Memorial Foundation, the REALTORS Community Foundation, the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton, and Stop Abuse in Families are proud to launch Illuminate Challenge, a partnership to mark family violence month. This challenge allows participants to track their steps and other activities throughout the month of November. Participants are also encouraged to raise funds, with all proceeds supporting the important work of the charities.
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence
Date: November 25 to December 10
Where: Virtual/Awareness
Organization: Government of Canada
Details: The annual international campaign begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and goes until December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign started in 1991 to call out and speak up on gender-based violence, and to renew our commitment to ending violence against women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals. During the 16 days, follow the Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads and X/Twitter and share their social media posts with the hashtags #16DaysofActivism or #16Days.
It Ends With Us – A Movie Screening for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Date: November 25 from 1 to 4 pm
Where: Metro Cinema (8712 109 Street NW), Edmonton
Organization: Esquao Institute for the Advancement of Aboriginal Women and enCompass Community. Safety. Agency. (formerly Edmonton John Howard Society)
Details: The Esquao Institute partnered with enCompass for a movie screening of It Ends with Us followed by a panel discussion on the realities of family violence in our community. Entrance is free but spaces are limited.
Healthy Relationships As We Grow Older
Date: November 29 from 2 to 3 pm
Where: Online
Organization: Healthy Aging CORE Alberta and Carya Ethno-cultural Elder Abuse Project
Details: This presentation is designed for service providers working with older adults, particularly those from ethnocultural communities. Presenters will explore the concept of healthy relationships and older adult mistreatment.
First Responder to Sexual Assault and Abuse Training
Date: December 11 and 12 from 9 am to 5 pm
Where: Virtual or in-person
Organization: Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services (AASAS)
Details: This 2-day education program is intended to build the capacity of professionals, paraprofessionals, and community members to respond effectively to disclosures of sexual assault, abuse and harassment. Early bird registration and payments are now being accepted.