In partnership with DAWN Canada; ILNS will be aiding to expand a peer support model for women and 2SLGBTQI+ people with disabilities who have experienced gender-based violence. This includes Black, Indigenous, racialized, francophone, or Deaf communities who may face many barriers to staying safe.
This initiative will support survivors to build connection, explore experiences of GBV and ableism, increase access to meaningful supports, and identify collective priorities for change.
The program includes 6 sessions, it would be beneficial to both the participant and the program if you can make time for all 6 sessions. All sessions will be held virtually through zoom.
Session 1: Building Trust, Safety & Group Agreements
Sept. 29 - 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Session 2: Disability, Identity & Survivor Experiences
Oct. 6 - 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Session 3: Understanding GBV, Ableism & Systems
Oct 20 - 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Session 4: Personal Safety & Boundaries
Nov. 3 - 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Session 5: Healing, Resilience & Collective Care
Nov. 17 - 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Session 6: Accessing Supports & Navigating Systems
Dec. 1 - 7:00 - 8:30 PM
