Neighbours, Friends and Families | Public Education Campaign
Neighbours, Friends and Families is a public education campaign to raise awareness of the signs of woman abuse so that those close to an at-risk woman or an abusive man can help. It engages the power of everyday relationships to help keep women and their children safe.Share Your Story
Survivors and family members of those who have been victims of domestic violence often find it healing to share their stories. If you would like to share your story of domestic violence, we can offer you a safe and supportive space to do so. If you would like to write about your own experience, we can respectfully and gently work with you to craft a piece that you are comfortable sharing. Click here to learn more about how you can share your story
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How you help end domestic violence, could be as simple as knowing what to look for and paying attention to your loved ones. Warning signs of domestic violence include:
- Sad, lonely, withdrawn, and afraid behaviour
- Nervous talking around partner
- Making last-minute excuses about why they cannot meet you
- Often sick and missing work
- Using drugs or alcohol to cope
- Trying to hide or make excuses for bruises or injuries
Don’t judge. Instead, privately check-in with the individual to see what support they need.
Blogs
NFF Youth Blog: Day of the Girl
October 26, 2021
If you are anything like me, you scrolled through Instagram, Tik-Tok, and Facebook on October 11th to be met repeatedly with the hashtag ...
NFF Youth Blog: Bridging Civic Engagement Gaps with Diverse Youth Voices
October 15, 2021
We live in an uncertain world, and it is easy to feel powerless to act in a society that is composed of complex power dynamics and politics. ...
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
September 29, 2021
Indigenous women’s groups estimate the number of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls at 4,000 in the last three decades. 1 ...
How you can identify and help people at risk of domestic violence
Safety planning for people who experience domestic violence
Talking to people who use abusive behaviour
Need help now?
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
The Assaulted Women's Helpline hosts a Crisis Line where help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year:
Greater Toronto Area:
416-863-0511
Toll Free: 1-866-863-0511
TTY: 1-866-863-7868
#SAFE: #7233 on your mobile phone (Bell/Rogers/Fido/Telus)
