Collective Action to #EndFemicide
Black women with stop the violence tape across her face.
Femicide—the gender-based killing of women and gender-diverse individuals—continues to impact our communities deeply. Our mission is to end femicide by fostering community-driven solutions, providing healing spaces, and amplifying survivor voices. Together, we work to build a future free from violence.
This Fall, we have seen an unprecedented amount of Femicide in the Ottawa region and we know that the community is seeking answers and collective healing.
Violence Free Futures Are Possible
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Violence Free Futures Are Possible 〰️
Community Healing Sessions
Fabric of Change: Community Solutions for Ending Femicide
November 13th- December 10th 2024
Join us in a series of community action and healing sessions dedicated to processing the impact of femicide. Whether seeking healing, community connection, or a place to channel collective anger, this space is here. Through quilt-making and shared reflection, participants are invited to connect, create, and contribute to community-driven solutions, weaving together our strengths for collective change.
Who can attend?
Sessions are free and open to everyone unless otherwise specified in the description
Do I need to identify as a survivor?
No. The session is open to all those who have been impacted by femicide, gender-based violence, and Intimate partner violence. This will be a survivor-centred space.
Dates and Locations
Date: November 13, 2024
Location: Odawa Native Friendship Centre - Cafeteria
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Hosted by Tanya and David
Date: November 14, 2024
Location: Mississippi Valley Textile Museum at 3 Rosamond St E, Almonte, ON
Time: 4:00-6:00pm
Hosted by Lanark County Interval House
Date: November 19, 2024
Location: Carleton University (CU)
Time: 4:00-5:30pm
Hosted by CU Sexual Violence Prevention and Survivor Support and Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa.
Students can email equity@carleton.ca to register.
Date: November 22, 2024
Location: The Grove
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Hosted by Project Agape (Closed for African, Carribean or Black community members only.)
Date: December 2, 2024
Location: 310 Olmstead St,
Time: 10:00am-4:00pm
Hosted by Ottawa Coalition To End Violence Against Women (OCTEVAW) & Counselling Family Services (CFS)
**The session will be Bilingual.
Date: December 4, 2024
Location: Carrefour sante Aline-Chretien Health Hub Orleans
Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm
Hosted by Centre des Ressources de l'Est d'Ottawa ( Closed Session for GBV Service Users)
How can I register?
You can register by emailing info@octevaw-cocvff.ca
Image with candles and roses Save The Date December 6th Vigil National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Women’s Monument Minto Park, 102 Lewis St ,Algonquin Territory 6:00pm #CallItFemicide
Take Action:
There are many ways to take action to #endfemicide. Below are a few options for you to consider;
Volunteer for the December 6th Vigil 2024 -please email info@octevaw-cocvff.ca
Learn More
Here are some resources if you are interested in learning more about Femicide;
