The Violence Against Women Program

The goal of the program is to reduce the incidence of violence and abuse in the African Canadian community. The program provides the following services:

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• VAW information, supportive counseling, and referrals to clients experiencing or at risk of abuse

• Public education workshops on violence and abuse Program activities include:

• Drop-in daily one on one supportive counseling, information, and referrals to community resources.

• Promotion and targeted outreach to isolated seniors, women, and families

• Monthly workshops and group sessions

• Weekly meetings in support groups such as Woman to Woman, Teen Moms, and  Cool Mums Support Groups

• Field trips and weekly recreational activities

 

Clients include women, youth, seniors, men either as victims or perpetrators, and also children witnesses of abuse in their homes.

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