November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month

Woman abuse is not a women’s issue. It is a human rights issue, and it affects us all. Together, we can work to eliminate woman abuse. Indeed we must. Every woman and child has the fundamental right to live in safety and security.

Every year, throughout the month of November, Woman Abuse Prevention Month (WAPM) is recognized in communities and organizations across Ontario. WAPM exists to drive awareness, education and a willingness to help end violence against women in our province, and ultimately, around the globe.

November 25th is recognized as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence ending on Human Rights Day (December 10th).

Wrapped in Courage Campaign

Family Transition Place (FTP) is proud to be participating again in the Wrapped in Courage Campaign, an initiative developed by the Ontario Association of Interval and Transition Houses (OAITH). You can support this initiative and FTP in working to end violence against women in Dufferin and Caledon by wrapping yourself in a purple scarf. Your pet can also join this initiative—large and small pet bandanas are available for purchase.

The Wrapped in Courage purple scarf is more than just a scarf. It is a symbol of your commitment to gender equity, throughout and beyond Woman Abuse Prevention Month this November. By purchasing one of these handmade scarves you are making a difference for the artisans who made them and to organizations across Ontario supporting survivors of gender-based violence in your community.  All proceeds from the sale of scarves will support our vital programs and services.

Through your purchase—for yourself, or someone special—you’ll demonstrate you support the work FTP and other agencies are doing to end violence against women.

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Please contact Kelly at 519-942-4122, ext. 243 or kelly@familytransitionplace.ca for more information.

Please visit the Wrapped in Courage website for more information on this annual campaign.

2024 WAPM Recognition

Town of Shelburne
Proclamation reading and flag-raising ceremony:
TBD
Shelburne Town Hall
Town of Shelburne Proclamation

Town of Orangeville
Proclamation reading and flag-raising ceremony:
TBD
Orangeville Town Hall
Town of Orangeville Proclamation

Town of Caledon
Proclamation reading and flag-raising ceremony:
TBD
Caledon Town Hall
Town of Caledon Proclamation

Township of Mulmur
Proclamation carried motion:
Township of Mulmur Proclamation

Township of Melancthon
Proclamation carried motion:
Township of Melancthon Proclamation

Dufferin County
Proclamation carried motion:
Dufferin County Proclamation

Town of Mono
Proclamation motion:
Town of Mono Proclamation

Town of Grand Valley
Proclamation motion:
Town of Grand Valley Proclamation

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