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Womanact WomanACT envisions a world where women are free from violence. See the Best Practice Guidelines.

WomanACT works collaboratively to eradicate violence against women through research, policy, education and community mobilization. The organization was founded upon the need to develop clear policy and procedures with respect to screening, identifying and intervening in woman abuse cases. This is essential because without policy development, each practitioner responds based on her/his own personal

bias and discretion. Only through policy development that guides practice, can professional staff can be held accountable for their intervention. Over the years, as we have matured, the organization has moved into doing research, completed best practice guidelines, and created a number of powerful community education tools. Through our ongoing work we are continually exploring new issues and continuing to build community capacity by developing resources and tools for front line practitioners.

Housing insecurity is one of the most urgent and often overlooked consequences of intimate partner violence. 🏠For many s...
06/17/2026

Housing insecurity is one of the most urgent and often overlooked consequences of intimate partner violence. 🏠

For many survivors, leaving an abusive situation is directly shaped by whether safe, stable, and affordable housing is actually available — or whether housing precarity forces them to remain in unsafe environments.

Strengthening housing security for survivors requires survivor-centred, accessible housing options alongside broader income supports that make safety and stability possible.

đź’ˇ Learn more about housing stability and survivors from our previously published infographic:
https://womanact.ca/publications/infographic-survivors-in-torontos-rental-market/

We believe survivors’ knowledge and lived experience are essential to creating meaningful, lasting change. Through survi...
06/16/2026

We believe survivors’ knowledge and lived experience are essential to creating meaningful, lasting change. Through survivor-centred research, we work to ensure policies, systems, and services reflect the realities of those most impacted by gender-based violence.

đź“Ł We invite survivors to participate in future research opportunities and help shape work that advances safety, equity, and justice.

đź”— Learn more about participating in research: https://womanact.ca/get-involved/participate-in-research/

Today marks 👉Did you know 1 in 5 Canadians knows an older adult who may be experiencing abuse? Older women are twice as...
06/15/2026

Today marks

👉Did you know 1 in 5 Canadians knows an older adult who may be experiencing abuse? Older women are twice as likely as older men to experience violence, often at the hands of someone they know and trust (StatsCan, 2022).

đź’”Beyond physical harm, elders face unique challenges such as limited economic security, inaccessible housing, disabilities and much more.

Every older adult has a right to live in safety and security.

đź”—Learn more about our previous project, AGES: Building Financial Security for Older Survivors: https://womanact.ca/projects/ages-building-financial-security-for-older-survivors/

06/14/2026

🚧Creating inclusive engineering workplaces doesn’t happen by chance—it takes intention, awareness, and action.

From May 26 to June 23, WomanACT and ACEC-Ontario invite you to join , a campaign leading up to International Women in Engineering Day focused on advancing more inclusive, respectful, and equitable engineering workplaces.

Through this campaign, we’re raising awareness about gendered microaggressions in engineering and sharing practical tools and resources to help foster workplace cultures where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive. ✨

Here’s how you can participate:
đź“Ą Download and share the infographics with your workplace, networks, and communities
đź“Ł Use the social media toolkit and amplify the campaign using and tag WomanACT and ACEC Ontario
đź’ś Engage with campaign content by liking, sharing, and starting conversations
🤝 Reflect on the role we all play in creating safer and more inclusive workplaces

➡️ Learn more and get involved: https://ow.ly/y1tw50Z3OaF

This project has been funded through and Gender Equality Canada’s Women’s Program

đź“ž Help is available 24/7.If you or someone you know is experiencing intimate partner violence, support is available at a...
06/13/2026

đź“ž Help is available 24/7.

If you or someone you know is experiencing intimate partner violence, support is available at any time—day or night. You do not have to navigate this alone.

Whether you need crisis counselling, safety planning, emergency shelter, legal information, or someone to listen, trained professionals are ready to help.

For more resources, visit: https://womanact.ca/publications/crisis-services-and-safety-planning-resources/

Thank you to for joining the campaign, a collaboration between ACEC Ontario and WomanACT that is raising awareness to...
06/12/2026

Thank you to for joining the campaign, a collaboration between ACEC Ontario and WomanACT that is raising awareness to gendered microaggressions to have inclusive engineering workplaces, and helping spark important conversations about inclusion in engineering workplaces.

Creating equitable workplaces for all requires shared commitment and collaborative action to address the barriers that impact women’s safety, inclusion and career advancement. We're proud to partner with organizations that are taking action to build cultures where everyone can thrive.

📸 Join the campaign by sharing a photo with your team
đź“Ť Tag and Ontario
đź”— Use

Learn more and access campaign resources: https://womanact.ca/campaigns/buildequity-campaign/

Together, we're building a more inclusive future for engineering!

Respect belongs on every jobsite. 👷‍♀️⚙️Building safer, more inclusive workplaces starts with fostering cultures rooted ...
06/12/2026

Respect belongs on every jobsite. 👷‍♀️⚙️

Building safer, more inclusive workplaces starts with fostering cultures rooted in respect, equity, and accountability across STEM and skilled trades industries.

Join from May 26 to June 23 — a campaign by WomanACT and in collaboration with ACEC-Ontario celebrating International Women in Engineering Day and advancing equity, inclusion, and safer workplaces across STEM and skilled trades industries.

📸 Share your photo
đź“Ť Tag
đź”— Use

đź’ˇ Learn more about the campaign and how to get involved: https://womanact.ca/campaigns/buildequity-campaign/

Today, WomanACT's Executive Director was honoured to facilitate "Survivor-Centred Support for Financial Abuse," hosted b...
06/11/2026

Today, WomanACT's Executive Director was honoured to facilitate "Survivor-Centred Support for Financial Abuse," hosted by the Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick (FCNB.ca) and the Office of Women and Gender Equity, Government of New Brunswick / Gouvernement du Nouveau-Brunswick.

Financial abuse is a powerful tool of control that can affect people at every stage of life. Supporting survivors requires us to lead with empathy, validation, choice, and a deep understanding of the barriers they face—not judgment or assumptions.

As we approach World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, we are grateful for the opportunity to centre the experiences of older survivors and explore how cross-sector collaboration can strengthen prevention, response, and recovery đź’ś

Thank you to Robert Mascio, Director at the FINRA Investor Education Foundation for contributing valuable insights, and to our hosts for creating space for this important conversation.

When financial institutions, regulators, governments, and the gender-based violence sector work together, we can build safer systems and stronger supports for survivors.

It was wonderful to be part of the Keele Community Hub Open House yesterday and connect with so many community members, ...
06/11/2026

It was wonderful to be part of the Keele Community Hub Open House yesterday and connect with so many community members, partners, and organizations working every day to build a stronger, safer, and more equitable Toronto 🤝

At the WomanACT table, we had the opportunity to share resources and information about our ongoing initiatives, including —our campaign in partnership with Association of Consulting Engineering Companies Ontario that supports gender equity, inclusion, and safer workplaces across Ontario's engineering and construction sectors.

đź’śWe were especially grateful to welcome Mayor Olivia Chow to our booth and to have the opportunity to discuss the campaign and share our campaign package with her.

Creating equitable workplaces requires leadership from across industries. We encourage engineering firms and industry partners to join the movement and help build workplaces where everyone can thrive : https://womanact.ca/campaigns/buildequity-campaign/

A huge thank you to all of the organizations that deliver programming and services at the Hub including York Hispanic Centre, For Youth Initiative, Midaynta Community Services, and the City of Toronto Community Development Unit. Your work creates vital pathways to support, connection, and opportunity for our communities.

Together, we can . đź’ś

đź’¬ Learning to recognize the potential signs of intimate partner violence (IPV) and family violence can help you support ...
06/11/2026

đź’¬ Learning to recognize the potential signs of intimate partner violence (IPV) and family violence can help you support someone who may be experiencing abuse.

Checking in, listening without judgment, and sharing resources can make a meaningful difference.

đź’› If you or someone you know feels unsafe, resources are available: https://womanact.ca/publications/crisis-services-and-safety-planning-resources/

If you are in immediate danger or fear for your safety, please call 911 or your local emergency services immediately. Your safety is the top priority.

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