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Topic: violence against women Research questions:  why is violence against women so under-reported? https://crcvc.ca/docs/victim_blaming.pdf o Victim blaming makes it difficult for women to report violence.\  at fault even though they bear no responsibility for the crime which has been committed against them o This leads to fewer reports of violence against women.  experience greater distress and are less likely to report future abuse.  prefer to avoid secondary victimization in the future, so they do not report further crime o Affects how authorities respond to these cases. o Harder for survivors to seek justice and hold perpetrators accountable.  How effective is the criminal justice system in responding to violence against women?  What are the long-term physical and psychological effects of violence against women on survivors?  How do societal attitudes and beliefs about gender roles and masculinity contribute to the perpetuation of violence against women?  What role do economic disparities and financial dependence play in exacerbating women's vulnerability to violence?  How does violence against women intersect with other social issues such as poverty, homelessness, substance abuse, and mental health? Purpose: 1. Underreporting and victim blaming a. underreporting of incidents due to fear, shame, or a lack of confidence in the justice system. Victims often face blame and stigma when they come forward, discouraging them from seeking help or justice. Promoting this cause can help raise awareness about the prevalence of victim blaming and encourage systemic changes to create safer spaces for survivors to report abuse without fear of judgment or retaliation. 2. Cultural and societal norms a. norms may normalize or condone behaviors that are harmful to women, making it difficult to challenge entrenched beliefs and attitudes. 3. Inadequate Legal Protections and Enforcement a. Despite legal frameworks in place to protect women from violence, enforcement can be inconsistent, and gaps in legislation may exist Audience: 1. Government officials and policymaker 2. Non-governmental organizations or advocay groups 3. Women

Infromation: 1. Prevalence and impact 2. Risk factors 3. Supporting survivors 4. Self-care and wellbeing 5. Advocy and action Benefits: 1. Safer communities 2. Gender equality 3. Empowerment of women 4. Cultural transformation 5. Promotion of human rights Support and Resources: https://www.mulberryfinder.ca/organization/  Alternatives for Women o Women’s Centre  Anova o VAW Emergency Shelter, Standalone Transitional/ Second Stage Housing, Sexual Assault Centre, Regional Crisis Line/Help Line, Community-based advocacy services  Assault and Sexual Abuse Program (ASAP) – Cornwall Community Hospital o Sexual Assault Centre  Birchway Niagara o VAW Emergency Shelter, Regional Crisis Line/Help Line, Community-based advocacy services Types of violence: https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/faqs/types- of-violence  Sexual violence o any form of sexual contact or interaction forced upon someone without their consent. o Includes: Sexual Harassment, Rape, Corrective Rape, Sexual Violence in Conflict  Intimate-partner violence o Any harm by intimate partner or ex-partner causing physical, sexual, or psychological harm. o One of the most common forms of violence against women worldwide

 Femicide o The intention of killing a women or girl because of their gender.  Human Trafficking o Exploits people through abuse, manipulation, and document confiscation, with women as primary targets and girls mainly trafficked for sexual exploitation.  Online or Technology violence o Cyberbullying: involves sending intimidating or threatening messages. o Non-consensual sexting: sending explicit messages or photos without the recipient’s consent. o Doxing: public release of private or identifying information about the victim. Effects of violence: https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/cj-jp/fv-vf/rr12_12/rr12_12.pdf  Physical Injuries o Physical health: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), ischemic heart disease (IHD), liver disease, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), fetal death, and unintended and adolescent pregnancies.  Psychological Trauma o Mental health: depression, suicide attempts, sleep disorders, and health-related quality of life.  Low self-esteem o Women may internalize the abuse and develop feelings of worthlessness or self-blame.  Social Isolation o Fear of further violence or stigma may cause women to withdraw from social interactions and support networks.  Impact on children o Children who witness violence against their mothers may experience emotional and behavioral problems  Health risk behaviours: o alcoholism and alcohol abuse, illicit drug use, risk for intimate partner violence, multiple sexual partners, smoking and early initiation of smoking, and early initiation of sexual activity. https://femicideincanada.ca/callitfemicide2018-2022.pdf https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/violence-against-women https://canadianwomen.org/the-facts/gender-based-violence/ https://femicideincanada.ca/callitfemicide2018-2022.pdf https://femicideincanada.ca/callitfemicide2020.pdf

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https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/en/pub/85-002-x/2021001/article/00014-eng.pdf?st=hBikd857 https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/violence-against-women https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/cj-jp/fv-vf/rr12_12/rr12_12.pdf https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/221019/dq221019c-eng.htm https://www.mulberryfinder.ca/organization/ https://crcvc.ca/docs/victim_blaming.pdf https://www.unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women/faqs/types-of-violence

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