Niagara College recognizes November as Woman Abuse Prevention Month, and the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion team is encouraging the NC community to participate in upcoming events, explore learning resources and take action to help prevent gender-based violence.
Violence against women remains a pervasive issue in Canada, affecting people across backgrounds and communities. Raising awareness, challenging harmful attitudes and fostering respectful relationships are important steps toward creating a safer, more inclusive society.
Throughout November and the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, NC students and employees are invited to take part in the following events and explore resources that support education, awareness and action.
From Screens to Everyday Life: Online Sexism and Its Real-World Effects
Nov. 26 | 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. | virtual
Open to NC employees and students, this talk will examine the relationship between everyday online misogyny and offline gendered attitudes and behaviour.
Register using your NC email here.
Craft and Chat: 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence
Nov. 25 | 11:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Student Activity Room N002, Daniel J. Patterson Campus
Dec. 2 | 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Student Activity Room S174, Welland Campus
Join the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Student Engagement teams in this session in support of the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, which runs from Nov. 25 to Dec. 10.
Participants will have the opportunity to contribute to a community art project while learning about the campaign and engaging in conversations about gender-based violence. The community art project will remain on display in the student activity rooms throughout the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
Register to secure your spot for the Nov. 25 event.
Register to secure your spot for the Dec. 2 event.
Understanding the Manosphere: Gender-Based Stereotypes, Online Culture and GBV
Dec. 1 | 10 – 11:30 a.m. | Daniel J. Patterson Campus
As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence NC is partnering with Birchway Niagara, Gillian’s Place, and CFUW Welland and District to present an interactive workshop exploring the manosphere, gender-based stereotypes, and their connections to gender-based violence.
Learning resources
Consent is key–on campus and beyond
Niagara College’s Consent is Key campaign helps students and employees better understand consent, respond supportively to disclosures, and find clear information about reporting options and available supports on- and off-campus. Through training, community partnerships, engaging events, and accessible resources, we’re working together to build a safer, more informed, and supportive College community. Learn more and explore available resources on the Consent is Key website.
New Learning Module – Defining Sexual Violence and Understanding Consent
NC’s EDI team is pleased to share this new learning module for NC employees and students. The module will help participants:
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- Understand legal definitions of sexual violence and consent in Canada.
- Define the terms intersectionality and voluntary consent.
- Recognize examples of coercive dynamics.
- Address misinformation about sexual violence and victim-blaming narratives.
Register for the learning module here.
NC Libraries and Learning Centres displays
Throughout the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the NC Libraries and Learning Centres at both campuses will feature displays with curated print books, eBooks and other resources connected to this topic.
The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Observed annually on Dec. 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women honours the 14 women who were murdered in the 1989 École Polytechnique massacre in Montréal.
The day is an opportunity to remember those whose lives were lost, reflect on the ongoing impact of gender-based violence and renew our commitment to prevention and action.
Learn more at the government of Canada’s website.
