New “editor”, also please submit
Some exciting new changes are happening over here at AVP! Answer our call for submissions…
The Blog
Five ways Ghomeshi reveals rape culture
Most people are tired of Ghomeshi by now, but hopefully all this leads to more engagement in feminism, and an attempt to challenge rape culture and nurture alternatives …
UVic, let’s get consensual
Check out our latest video, that we made for Sexualized Violence Awareness Week, outlining the six steps of consent…
Volunteer application deadline, Friday the 26th
Our volunteer application deadline is coming up! Find out more about how to have the most fun …
AVP Sexualized Violence Awareness Week Training
Another school year is here! And this year something rad is happening. UVic is taking a critical step to address gender based violence …
Keynote and panel: Rethinking Masculinity, Tues. Sept. 9
Join us at 6:00pm on Tuesday, September 9th, at the Bob Wright Centre for an inspiring keynote and panel on men’s roles in ending gender based and sexualized violence …
What is the role of men in ending gender-based violence?
Ending violence in our communities is going to take all of us and it is critical that men and people of all genders are active participants and promoters of changes to the current status quo….
Survivors’ Writing Project
In 2014, the Anti-Violence Project collected stories by survivors who wished to break the silence surrounding gender-based violence by sharing their stories. Unfortunately, since then, we appear to have lost the stories that were contributed,…
Myths and Truths about Gender-Inclusive Washrooms
This list was originally written in 2014 in response to the proposed “Bathroom Bills” initiated in the United States, as well as the ongoing violence experienced by trans women and other trans folks. While some…
Anti.Violence.Project Fundraiser and Dance for PEERS Victoria
We are pleased to announce that Women’s Studies Equity and Outreach Committee, The Anti-Violence Project (AVP) and UVic Pride have partnered up to put on an extravagant fundraising event…
Press Release: DEC. 17 SEX WORKERS AND THEIR ALLIES MARCH TO END VIOLENCE
Join sex workers and their family, friends, and supporters in a candlelight march to say violence against sex workers must stop now! Together, we will stand for …
(In)visibilities: Violence Against Women and The Role of Storytelling
Reflections on the role of story telling, privilege, and representation …
Responding to violence: A Challenge To Men
In the past few months, I have witnessed the unfolding situation at the University of British Columbia. I heard about the frosh chants promoting the sexual assault of underage women. Shortly after, commerce students engaged…
Solidarity March in Victoria for Elsipogtog
For Immediate Release: h3. Solidarity March in Victoria for Elsipogtog h3. Friday, October 18th at 11:00am at Centennial Square and marching to Parliament. https://www.facebook.com/events/174316042761791/?notif_t=plan_user_invited CALL FOR DONATIONS: Non-parishible foods, camping supplies and financial donations are…
Resistance
We are not generally taught to see resistance in more ways than just physical resistance, or “fighting back” or “saying no”. There are many, many ways that people resist when facing violence.