Annual awareness-raising events centered on sexual violence are part of the University of Waterloo’s prevention strategy, supporting its goal of promoting a consent culture on campus. These events provide important opportunities to intentionally generate dialogue about sexual violence, advance consent literacy, and build a campus community that prioritizes sexual violence prevention, health, and well-being.
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CALM IN COM: CRAFT & CONNECT - KEYCHAIN AND BRACELET MAKING *NEW*
November 26
11AM - 1PM
Commissary Building, SVPRO
December 4
1 - 3 PM
Commissary Building, SVPRO
About: Introducing Calm in the Commissary: Keychain and Bracelet Making! SVPRO is pleased to launch a stress-relieving, drop-in crafting space where students can create their own keychain or bracelet. Studies have found that hands-on creative activities can help lower stress and improve mood, making crafting a simple and enjoyable way to recharge. This creative-focused space aims to support well-being, self-care, and connection. Snacks and SVPRO swag and resources will be offered. No crafting experience or registration required - all materials will be provided.
CONSENT TRIVIA WITH MARLEE LISS
November 26
6-8PM
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About: Think you know consent? Put your knowledge to the test with award-winning speaker, educator, and advocate Marlee Liss. Join us for an interactive evening of trivia, myth-busting, real-life scenarios, and meaningful conversations about consent, communication, and healthy relationships.
SEXUAL VIOLENCE ON CAMPUS: A PRIMER
November 30
1 - 2PM
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About: A virtual workshop that explores the campus sexual violence landscape in Canada. We confront the issue by examining: the history of universities and the academy in Canada, including its exclusion of women and other marginal groups; the expansion of universities in the 1960s and the rise of the neoliberal state in the 1970s; the legal and policy frameworks that currently govern the issue in and across Canada; and the lived experiences and prevalence of sexual violence in campus settings. We will also be sharing information about the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO). The workshop will be led by Ravita Surajbali, Evaluation Specialist.
SVPRO BOOTH
December 1
11AM - 3PM
SLC
About: Chat with SVPRO, collect resources and SWAG, and support building a consent culture on campus.
TRAUMA-INFORMED YOGA FOR STUDENTS
December 9 - Architecture Campus, Cambridge
1 - 1:45PM
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About: A gentle, trauma-informed 45-minute Hatha yoga class welcoming all levels, with an emphasis on mindful movement, breath, choice, and creating a safe, supportive space to connect with yourself. You can expect a restorative, slower-paced yoga class. Led by Case Manager and certified Yoga Instructor, Taneah Ugwuegbula.
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