💡Ending violence starts with each of us taking action - empowering yourself with knowledge; starting with impactful e-learning micro-lessons on Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Employment💪 Intimate Partner Violence can deeply affect a survivor’s job stability and employment. The trauma of abuse may lead to lasting impacts like flashbacks, unease, and panic, creating barriers to accessing and maintaining work. Our free 15-minute micro-lesson explores how IPV disrupts employment and offers actionable solutions for workplaces to support survivors. 🔗Enroll today: https://ow.ly/eUyw50UvhxZ #MicroLesson #IPV #FreeResources #PreventViolence #SupportSurvivors
WomanACT
Non-profit Organizations
Toronto, ON 1,761 followers
Aspiring to a future where all women live free from violence.
About us
WomanACT has been providing planning and coordination in Toronto since 1991. Today, we are a charitable organization working collaboratively to end violence against women and advance gender equity through research, policy, community mobilization and education.
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http://www.womanact.ca
External link for WomanACT
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Toronto, ON
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1991
- Specialties
- Policy, Research, Advocacy, Cross-sector coordination, Training and education, Community engagement , and Workplace training
Locations
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Primary
1652 Keele Street
2nd Floor
Toronto, ON M6M 3W3, CA
Employees at WomanACT
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Ukeme Oliver Ebong
Corporate Communications | Content Development & Strategy | Project Management | Copywriting | Event Planning & Management | Data Analysis and…
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Jane Wang
Advocate and Researcher for Gender Justice
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Premila Chellapermal
Project Coordinator, Woman Abuse Council of Toronto
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Jessica Pratezina
Research, Communications, Education
Updates
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🗣️Survivors of violence deserve care, support, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives—these are fundamental human rights. Leaving an abusive situation takes immense courage, often with very limited resources. Your contribution can help create meaningful change, advocate for equitable rights, and open pathways for survivors to reclaim their futures. 🔗Join us in making a difference—donate today💝https://ow.ly/KQli50Uw4UP #HolidayGifts #GivingSeason #SupportSurvivors #EndGenderBasedViolence #MakeADifference
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📢As we launch into the new year, WomanACT is excited to conquer new milestones and we want you to be carried along💪 To stay informed about policy updates, events, and resources related to ending gender-based violence, we encourage you to join our newsletter mailing list. 🔗Sign up today and be part of the movement to create a safer world for everyone: https://lnkd.in/gwgX8x48 #SubscribeToday #StayUpdated #GetInvolved
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💡To create truly safe and supportive workplaces, trauma-informed organizational change must go hand-in-hand with anti-racist practices. This approach helps prevent retraumatization and builds spaces where everyone, especially racialized people, can thrive. Our Anti-Racist, Anti-Oppressive (ARAO), and Trauma-Informed Practice Resource for Service Providers offers a comprehensive guide to help organizations integrate these essential values into their culture. Learn how you can foster more inclusive, effective, and supportive care for all by clicking the link⬇️. 🔗- https://ow.ly/uw4q50U6qeH #16Days #WorkplaceSafety #InclusiveWorkplace #ARAO #AntiRacist #TraumaInformed
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Coercive debt abuse is a hidden form of control, leaving victims trapped in financial burdens they never chose. It’s time to shed light on financial abuse and reclaim autonomy. 💳 Learn more 🔗- https://ow.ly/lOaZ50U7nCf #CoerciveControl #DebtAbuse #BreakTheCycle
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🏠 Safe and affordable housing is a right, not a privilege. Survivors of violence deserve a secure place to call home, free from fear and uncertainty. Your donation helps us advocate for improved access to safe, affordable housing and create pathways to stability for survivors. 🎁Make a meaningful difference and donate today: https://ow.ly/Sxxy50UqYas #HolidayGiving #SupportSurvivors #SafeHousing #EndViolence #AffordableHousing #MakeADifference
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🎄As we wrap up 2024, we’re filled with gratitude for our incredible community of members, partners, staff, volunteers, and supporters. Together, we’ve made remarkable progress this year 🤝 This year, we proudly celebrated 25 years of WomanACT driving change through research, advocacy, and training—working toward a system that’s safe and equitable for women and gender-diverse people. Your unwavering support in breaking barriers and ending gender-based violence inspires us every day💜 🔗We invite you to take a moment to reflect on the impact we've achieved together this year - https://ow.ly/t68X50UqYQx To those celebrating this season, we wish you a joyful, safe, and peaceful holiday filled with love and light✨ Warmly, The WomanACT Team 💌
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💥 WomanACT 2024 Wrapped 💥 This year, we proudly celebrated 25 years of leading the way in research, advocacy, and support for women and gender-diverse individuals affected by violence. Our 2024 achievements and community engagement have been more impactful than ever, and we’re excited to share our advocacy recap with YOU—our incredible supporters who make it all possible. At WomanACT survivors are at the heart of our mission. Your unwavering commitment has enabled us to achieve key milestones, including driving advocacy efforts across Ontario to champion Bill 173, amplifying voices, and shaping public policy on critical issues such as housing, economic security, and seniors. Together, we are driving systemic change toward our mission of eradicating gender-based violence. Thank you for amplifying survivors’ voices and advocating for equity in your communities. Together, we showed up, made an impact, and are ready to make more strides 2025! ✊💥 🔗Learn more about WomanACT’s 2024 impact: https://ow.ly/vU7F50UtAEq 🔗Read our 2023/2024 annual report: https://ow.ly/jukj50UtAEr #AdvocacyRecap #2024Wrapped #2024Highlights #Women #Equity #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #SupportSurvivors #TogetherForChange
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💝Older women who have experienced violence deserve tailored care, access to learning resources, and the tools to reclaim their independence. Your donation helps provide: 📘Learning resources and toolkits. 💜Interventive care to address their unique needs. 🤝Safer future for older survivors. 🎁Make a difference—donate today: https://ow.ly/ShCO50UqUzS #ProtectSeniorWomen #SupportSurvivors #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #EmpowerWomen #MakeADifference
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📢Toronto is grappling with an epidemic of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). Access to helpline information is crucial for getting the support you need especially during the holiday season. If someone you know is at risk, don’t hesitate to contact crisis helplines for confidential assistance and resources. 🔗 Learn more about recognizing the signs of IPV and how you can provide support: https://ow.ly/KMZK50Uuuuj #CrisisSupport #SupportSurvivors #IntimatePartnerViolence #EndIPV #24hrHelplines #ContactResources