Ending Sexual Violence Association of Canada

Published purpose

Through this 23-month project, the Ending Sexual Violence Association of Canada (ESVA Canada) will create and pilot a workforce strategy to improve economic security for low-income women, senior women, and women with disabilities engaged in community-based anti-violence work. Project activities include building a sectoral profile of the workforce with a focus on economic barriers affecting low-income, senior, and disabled workers; leveraging the existing national Gender-Based Violence Worker Wellness Network and formalizing new relationships with other relevant experts; and utilizing an established framework (Roadmap to a Strong Community-Based Anti-Violence Workforce) to guide strategy development. A pan-Canadian communications campaign about the strategy will inform and engage community-based anti-violence leaders. This project aims to establish new sector standards, influence societal and policy changes, and create customized programs and resources to enhance economic security. Anticipated systemic changes include increased national awareness of the community-based anti-violence sector, improved economic empowerment and professional development, greater economic stability, and enhanced workforce retention.