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Women in Canada experience gender-based violence at an alarming rate and COVID-19 has increased women's risk of violence and abuse. The Steel City Ally campaign focusses on creating change through engaging allies. Take your #firststepfirstchange at www.mentoraction.org

In Canada, 96% of seniors who are survivors of sexual assault by a family member, are women. Sexual violence is a gender-based crime and as men we need to hold each other accountable and end all forms of gender-based violence. #firststepfirstchange

On average, 1 in 3 Canadian women will experience sexual violence in her lifetime. This is a call to action - to end sexual violence. Take your #firststepfirstchange at www.mentoraction.org

In 80% of sexual assaults, the survivor knows the perpetrator. Sexual violence is a crime of power and control. As men we play a role in teaching our youth about healthy relationships. If you are not sure how to talk to your kids - reach out, we can help. www.mentoraction.org

Have you seen MentorAction's new webpage? Check us out at: www.mentoraction.org New articles posted every month! And be sure to join the Steel City Allies and take your #firststepfirstchange towards ending gender-based violence.