Celebrate Sexual Violence Awareness Month (SVAM)
May marks Sexual Violence Awareness Month (SVAM). SVAM is an opportunity for campus community members to spark important conversations about sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) and foster a community of support. SVPRO will be holding talks and booths all month long to celebrate SVAM, advancing SGBV awareness and literacy on a host of relevant topics!
We’re pleased to present a SVAM Speaker Series, featuring a lineup of powerful, dynamic voices delivered through four separate virtual talks every Thursday in May, starting this week, from 7-8PM (May 9, 16, 23, and 30). We will also be holding informative booths every Wednesday from 11AM-3PM (May 8, 15, 22, 29) in the Student Life Centre (SLC), outside of the Multi-Purpose Room (MRP).
Let's spark important conversations, raise awareness, and foster a community of support. Together, we can create a campus culture of respect, safety, empowerment, and consent. Don't miss out on this vital initiative – mark your calendars and be a part of the movement for change.
SVAM Spotlight - Save the Dates & Engage
May 9
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Christine Taylor, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment Centre of Waterloo Region (SADVTC)
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Talk: How the SADVTC Can Support University of Waterloo Students
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7-8PM virtually (stay tuned for online registration)
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Register here by selecting the May 9 offering
May 16
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Lillie Proksch, Women’s Crisis Centre of Waterloo Region
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Talk: The Intersection of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
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7-8PM virtually (stay tuned for online registration)
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Register here by selecting the May 16 offering
May 23
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Nicky Carswell, Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region (SASC)
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Talk: Sugaring, Exploitation, Sex Work, and Students
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7-8PM virtually (stay tuned for online registration)
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Register here by selecting the May 23 offering
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Resource on Sugar Dating Safety, courtesy of SASC, listed below:
May 30
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Taneah Ugwuegbula and Jay Love, Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Office
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Talk: Get to Know About SVPRO
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7-8PM virtually (stay tuned for online registration)
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Register here by selecting the May 30 offering