Women's Place of South Niagara

Published purpose

This 30-month project will support a feminist response and recovery from the current impacts of COVID-19, through systemic change. Women’s Place of South Niagara will achieve this by educating the community, including men and boys, on the gender-based stereotypes that perpetuate the mistreatment of women and girls at home and in the workplace. During public education sessions, information on how to stop the cycle of abuse and healthy relationships will also be provided. Workplace consultations on how to best support employees dealing with gender-based violence will be held. At the end of the project, the organization will have contributed to addressing systemic barriers by addressing persistent harmful gender norms and attitudes to support women’s equality. Women's Place of South Niagara will work with partners, including District School Boards, Gillian’s Place, Community Centers, and Regional and Municipal Governments to improve collaboration amongst likeminded organizations in the region addressing gender-based violence to design and disseminate resources and key recommendations for policy and programs towards a recovery from the impacts of COVID-19.