Events

Join Healing from Sexual Violence, 6-week closed group that will mix psycho-education, processing, and skills development for survivors of sexual violence. Open to women-identified, non-binary, and gender non-conforming students at the University of Waterloo - presented by the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region and the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office. 

Register at: groups@sascwr.org 

Join the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO) and Sexual Assault Centre for Waterloo Region (SASC) for the What Were You Wearing? art installation. What Were You Wearing? is an art exhibit based on student-survivor descriptions of the clothes they were wearing when they were sexually assaulted. Sexual assault survivors are often asked, “what were you wearing?”, implying that what someone wears can cause a sexual assault.

This myth about sexual violence is used to blame survivors and justify the actions of those who cause harm. Survivors are never to blame for their experience(s) of sexual violence. We all have the right to wear what we want. 

The “What Were You Wearing?” Survivor Art Installation originated at the University of Arkansas in 2013. Created by Jen Brockman and Dr. Mary Wyandt-Hiebert, the project was inspired by Dr. Mary Simmerling’s poem, What I Was Wearing. Oregon State University interpreted and recreated a virtual exhibit.

This semester, the SVPRO in partnership with SASC is recreating the exhibit to highlight the pervasiveness of victim-blaming and the harm and trauma it causes survivors.
 

When

Tuesday February 28, 10am to 8pm

Wednesday March 1, 10am to 5pm
 

Where

Student Life Centre, Multi-Purpose Room (SLC - MPR)

The Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO), in partnership with the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region (SASC) is providing Responding to a Disclosure of Sexual Violence workshop as part of the art exhibit, What Were You Wearing?

This training will help prepare participants to supportively respond to a disclosure of sexual violence, and build confidence in their ability to respond. It will also unpack sexual violence myths, including victim blaming associated with survivors based on what they were wearing - let's dispel this myth. 
 

The workshop will be held on Tuesday February 28th, from 5:30PM to 7:30PM in the Student Life Centre, Multi-Purpose Room (SLC, MPR).

Link to register: https://uwaterloo.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=7266
 

We hope to see you there!

Join the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO) and Sexual Assault Centre for Waterloo Region (SASC) for the What Were You Wearing? art installation. What Were You Wearing? is an art exhibit based on student-survivor descriptions of the clothes they were wearing when they were sexually assaulted. Sexual assault survivors are often asked, “what were you wearing?”, implying that what someone wears can cause a sexual assault.

This myth about sexual violence is used to blame survivors and justify the actions of those who cause harm. Survivors are never to blame for their experience(s) of sexual violence. We all have the right to wear what we want. 

The “What Were You Wearing?” Survivor Art Installation originated at the University of Arkansas in 2013. Created by Jen Brockman and Dr. Mary Wyandt-Hiebert, the project was inspired by Dr. Mary Simmerling’s poem, What I Was Wearing. Oregon State University interpreted and recreated a virtual exhibit.

This semester, the SVPRO in partnership with SASC is recreating the exhibit to highlight the pervasiveness of victim-blaming and the harm and trauma it causes survivors.
 

When

Tuesday February 28, 10am to 8pm

Wednesday March 1, 10am to 5pm
 

Where

Student Life Centre, Multi-Purpose Room (SLC - MPR)

Join Healing from Sexual Violence, 6-week closed group that will mix psycho-education, processing, and skills development for survivors of sexual violence. Open to women-identified, non-binary, and gender non-conforming students at the University of Waterloo - presented by the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region and the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office. 

Register at: groups@sascwr.org 

Presented by UWAG and UW Fine Arts in conjunction with the UW Sexual Violence Prevention Response Office

When: Thursday March 2, 6:00-7:30 pm

Where: University of Waterloo Art Gallery, East Campus Hall 1239

Please join us for a discussion between visiting artist Laura Magnusson and Meaghan Ross, Sexual Violence Response Coordinator at the Sexual Violence Prevention Response Office, University of Waterloo. They will discuss themes relating to trauma and resilience in relation to the artist’s current exhibition I was Wearing Golden Clamshell Earrings on display at the University of Waterloo Art Gallery through March 4.

In addition to the discussion there will be a participatory activity inspired by the artist’s drawing installation 74 Minutes.

Ranging from video and sculpture, to drawing and archival materials, the artworks in the exhibition collectively express a form of “embodied testimony” based on the artist’s research and her lived experience as a sexual assault survivor. Drawing parallels between her own experience of gender-based violence with the violence routinely inflicted upon the ecology of the ocean floor, Magnusson’s work invites empathy and contemplation of difficult, often suppressed topics.

Please be advised that this exhibition includes themes of sexual violence and trauma, which some viewers may find distressing. It may also be the case that some viewers may not notice any impact until after engaging with the exhibit. A list of available resources and supports will be available at the front desk of the gallery, and we encourage you to consider accessing these as needed.

The artist acknowledges the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.

Join Healing from Sexual Violence, 6-week closed group that will mix psycho-education, processing, and skills development for survivors of sexual violence. Open to women-identified, non-binary, and gender non-conforming students at the University of Waterloo - presented by the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region and the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office. 

Register at: groups@sascwr.org 

Join Healing from Sexual Violence, 6-week closed group that will mix psycho-education, processing, and skills development for survivors of sexual violence. Open to women-identified, non-binary, and gender non-conforming students at the University of Waterloo - presented by the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region and the Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office. 

Register at: groups@sascwr.org 

Make Your Own Self Care Kit

Self-care kits are an increasingly popular form of self-soothing and comfort, “giving you access to a unique collection of items that will make you smile and lift your spirits on an off day” (quote from, and inspiration can be found in Kathleen Danielson’s article: A College Student’s Guide On How To Create An Affordable Self-Care Kit, accessed here).

Come to the Grad House Green Room on March 20^th from 12 – 2 and make your own self-care kit. All supplies provided, no cost! The Green Room is located on the ground floor where the wall is painted green!

While there, hang out with other grad students, SVPRO (the Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Office), and the GSA.

Everyone who makes a kit will be entered into a draw to win a wellness prize pack, including a colouring book, journal, tea and mug, and a weighted lap blanket!

A session for international students to learn what sexual health services exist on campus and within our community, including sexual harassment and assault support, birth control options, STI testing, HPV vaccine, and pregnancy options. We look forward to seeing you there!

When: Wednesday March 22, 2023

Where: STC 0060

Time: 5:30-6:30PM