Remember that violence is a choice, and it is preventable. We all have a role in addressing gender-based violence. Although Sexual Violence Prevention Month is coming to an end, you can continue to put #SurvivorsFirst ✅ Check out our prevention resource Draw-the-Line.ca

June is #NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth! Keep an eye on our socials to learn more and make sure to follow your local Ontario sexual assault centre to check out events and initiatives in your area. 🔍 Our directory can be found at sexualassaultsupport.ca/get-help/

Intimate partner violence survivors have limited options when they wish to leave a violent home. All levels of government must prioritize prevention and response, and increase resources to meet the needs of those experiencing violence. ✏️ Read more: tinyurl.com/2c4rfkjy

June is #Pride month! 🌈 Make sure to follow your local Ontario sexual assault centre to keep up with events happening near you. 🔗 Our directory can be found at sexualassaultsupport.ca/get-help/

Survivors of sexual violence testimony in the Weinstein case fundamentally altered how people view and react to issues of sexual assault in the workplace. If you know someone who has been sexually assaulted, there are ways to support them. Learn more at sexualassaultsupport.ca/get-help/

While anyone can experience sexual violence, social and systemic realities have a role to play. Some people are more vulnerable to being targeted for acts of sexual violence than others. ✏️ Info about sexual violence in Canada are available at sexualassaultsupport.ca

Multiple sexual assault cases did not proceed through the legal system in Ontario recently, due to foreseeable judge shortages, court and Crown delays. Those who were charged were not held accountable by the criminal justice system. 💭 OCRCC responds: tinyurl.com/4dkwuhm6

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. Today and every day we are committed to the ongoing process of decolonization and the revitalization of Indigenous knowledge, languages, and culture-based approaches. #NIHM2024 #NIPD2024 #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay

June 24, 2015 was the first Draw the Line Day - a forum for sexual assault centre public educators to connect and share education strategies. Draw-the-Line.ca is managed by @ocrcc_on & Action ontarienne 🚺 in collaboration with: 💜 White Ribbon Canada 💛 Ophea 💚 @egalecanada

Many survivors of sexual assault wait a long time before they begin to talk about their experiences. You can still get in touch with a sexual assault centre in your community now, even if it has been many months or years since what happened. Visit ➡️ sexualassaultsupport.ca

Want to get involved? Take a look at the job opportunities available at sexual assault centres across Ontario 🔗 sexualassaultsupport.ca/job-opportunit…

We invite all BIPOC frontline staff from OCRCC member agencies to partake in our gathering on July 15, 2024 at 3 PM. Click ➡️ through to learn about this month's theme, what to bring and how to join!

The Ontario Coalition of Rape Crisis Centres (OCRCC) is looking for a HR Consultant to lead a Capacity-Building Project. Deadline for submissions is Friday August 2, 2024 at 5 PM. Visit sexualassaultsupport.ca/job-opportunit… for details. #JobOpportunity #WFH #Ontario #GBV #SurvivorsFirst

Many reactions to sexual violence reflect common mental health difficulties. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, free and confidential support is available. Find a sexual assault centre in your community: sexualassaultsupport.ca/get-help/

Sexual violence affects different people in different ways across Canada — Indigenous communities are particularly impacted. In order to respond to and prevent acts of anti-Indigenous violence, survivors and victims must be seen and heard. 📝 Read more: tinyurl.com/4b7mckty

Create consent culture with your students this school year. Equip your classroom with resources for students to understand and respect boundaries. Draw The Line materials are available for free—download or order them today! 📚 Draw-the-Line.ca/get-informed/

Start the school year with engaging tools to empower students! Open up a dialogue on sexual violence prevention and bystander intervention by using Draw the Line materials; available for download or for order at no cost. Interested? Get in touch at Draw-the-Line.ca/contact-us/

Since 1976, Take Back the Night occurs internationally each year to raise awareness about gender-based and sexual violence. ⭐️ Join your local Sexual Assault Centre to speak out against sexual violence at Take Back the Night. #SurvivorsFirst #MeToo #TakeBackTheNight

Take Back the Night is an annual movement that empowers communities to speak out against sexual violence, raise awareness, and support survivors. 🌃️ J️oin your local Sexual Assault Centre for #TakeBacktheNight! #SurvivorsFirst #MeToo #TBTN

Since 1976, Take Back the Night occurs internationally each year to raise awareness about gender-based and sexual violence. ⭐️ Join your local Sexual Assault Centre to speak out against sexual violence at Take Back the Night. #SurvivorsFirst #MeToo #TakeBackTheNight