Women’s House Serving Bruce & Grey and local businesses are working to raise awareness, foster prevention, and raise funds as part of Woman Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month.
In a release, spokesperson Michelle Lamont said donations will help them to continue to provide support to women and children trying to rebuild their lives and escape violence.
She said woman abuse is not a women's issue, but a human rights issue, that affects all people.
She urged people to work together to end woman abuse because everyone has the right to feel safe and secure.
Women's House is offering tips on how people can help stop the violence.
- Educate yourself on violence against women; learn the facts and the prevalence - Believe survivors - Speak out against all forms of violence - Don’t blame victims, and reinforce that abuse is never the victim’s fault - Learn about power and control tactics - Advocate for victim’s rights - Be courageous; don’t be afraid to speak up for those who have lost their voice or dignity - Praise women and girls for something other than the way they look - Applaud others who speak out against violence and oppression - Pledge to never commit or condone acts of violence - Make a decision to become an active bystander by speaking up and calling for help when necessary - Hold perpetrators accountable for disrespecting their partners when you see it or hear it - Engage others in discussions about violence against women
WHSBG provides free and confidential services, within a supportive environment, to women 16 years of age and older, and their children, who have or are experiencing abuse, sexual violence or homelessness. Women’s House operates a 24/7 shelter in Kincardine, Ontario to provide a safe, supportive and secure environment for women and children fleeing domestic violence. Women’s House also provides sexual assault services in Bruce and Grey, a child witness program, transition services, education services, a volunteer program, community counselling and second-stage housing in Kincardine, Saugeen Shores and Wiarton.
You don’t have to be in crisis to seek help for yourself or someone else. Business Line 519.396.9814; Support Line 519.396.9655; Toll-free 1.800.265.3026; Sexual Assault Support Line 1.866.578.5566
"One in three women may suffer from abuse and violence in her lifetime. This is an appalling human rights violation, yet it remains one of the invisible and under-recognized pandemics of our time. Violence against women is an appalling human rights violation. But it is not inevitable. We can put a stop to this." said actor Nicole Kidman
