Woman Abuse Council of Toronto (WomanACT)
1652 Keele Street, Suite 129 M6M 3W3 Toronto, ON, Canada

We’re at a pivotal moment in the fight for women’s equality, our communities are ready for change, and we have the attention of our leaders. We must act now! The question is, where do we start? Recovery from this pandemic requires a gender-based, intersectional perspective if we are to eliminate the barriers to gender equality. ... Listen in on the panel discussion to learn how we can achieve this! November 26, 2020 at 6:30 pm via zoom Act Now: https://bit.ly/3jHy5ln #COVID19 #Pandemic #PandemicRecovery #GenderEquality #GenderEquity #CdnPoli #FeministRecovery #ShadowPandemic

Meet one of our AGM panelists @SarahSaska , CEO @feminuity will analyze the rise in technology as a mechanism for violence against women. Join the convo, Nov 26. Get your tickets now: womanact.ca ... #Shadowpandemic #FeministRecovery #VAW

Meet one of our AGM panelists @AbiAjibolade , Executive Director at @TheRedwoodTO will take us through the iDetermine tool and how services have adapted throughout the #ShadowPandemic Register: http://ow.ly/8Rad50Cihvt... Nov. 26. 2020.

Meet one of our AGM panelists @AnjumSultana, Director @YWCA_Canada co-authored a report on a national feminist recovery plan. Join us on November 26 to hear the analysis . Register: womanact.ca ... #ShadowPandemic #FeministRecovery

An equitable recovery strategy from COVID-19 requires diverse perspectives and collective action to build an inclusive future. Join us in discussion with The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Abi Ajibolade, Anjum Sultana and Dr. Sarah Saska as they explore their visions for a feminist future. November 26, 2020 at 6:30 pm via zoom ... Act Now, Register Here: https://bit.ly/3jHy5ln #COVID19 #Pandemic #PandemicRecovery #GenderEquality #GenderEquity #CdnPoli #FeministRecovery #ShadowPandemic

A new funding opportunity available to address gender inequity! Applications open November 3!

#aDifferentLookatWomensHistory Before 1969, decisions regarding reproductive health were illegal for women. Read more about the history here: http://ow.ly/aaXp50BRFEo

Seeking research experience? A community-based research study; MARCO is looking at the effects of COVID-19 on marginalized peoples. See attached for more info and to apply!

Founded by Kay Livingston in 1951 in Toronto, the Canadian Negro Women's Association now known as the National Congress of Black Women stands to "be aware of, appreciate and further the merits of Negros in Canada" #WomensHistoryMonth #aDifferentLookatWomensHistory

On Sept 21, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, announced the Rapid Housing Initiative & we hope the minister will incorporate into it a gender equity perspective. Like if you agree

WomanACT is seeking women survivors to participate in an online survey about their experiences of using technology to access legal information and help. Visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/techforjusticesurvey

Read our deputation to the Planning and Housing Committee calling for: - tri-govt partnerships & collaboration - expediting the #HousingTO strategy... To provide long term affordable permanent housing solutions to women and children fleeing violence. http://www.womanact.ca//office-for-toronto-deputation-to-p

Welcome to Gender Equality Week (Sept 20-26), a week to reflect on the advances to gender equity and reaffirm our drive in ending gender inequity 25 years in review How the Canadian govt has supported gender equality since Beijing Conference in 1995 ... #BecauseofYou 2/2

If you envision a world free from gender based violence, then apply to be a part of our Board of Directors before October 14, 2020. Four positions available: VAW Finance ... Human Resources Policies & Programs See more

CW: Intimate Violence Two years ago, @CBC explored the connection between intimate partner violence and the use of smart home technology. Interesting short investigative video featuring a survivor of this abuse

Our Tech for Women’s Justice project is exploring the links between tech, #VAW and access to justice. In our recent blog post, Peer Researcher Karen Guan discusses how technology has helped women stay connected during #COVID19 http://www.womanact.ca//staying-in-touch-building-better-c

Technology provides new ways to perpetuate violence against women. We want to see #tech co-designed with survivors that considers the risks and finds solutions.

The Toronto Foundation wants charities and nonprofits to complete a survey to explore inequities of the pandemic and its cross-sectoral impact on Toronto community organizations. Have your say, now! https://twitter.com/TorontoFdn/status/1288874586541633536?s=20

Technology and violence against women are closely connected and this month we're going to be talking about it! Follow along!

Our Tech for Women’s Justice project is looking at the links between technology, violence against women and access to justice. In our most recent blog post, Peer Researcher Farah Mustafa discusses how survivors have used technology to support one another during the COVID-19 pandemic. http://ow.ly/h9Ao50AE52l