Tag Archives: violence against women

Violence against women and girls persists: experts available

November 22, 2018#Metoo, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies, Glendon College, media experts advisory, Osgoode Hall Law School, Tubman Institute, violence against womensuhasini

TORONTO, November 22, 2018 – International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is a time to examine the reasons why violence against women and girls (VAWG) continues to rise around the world. The United Nations’ designated day, observed on November 25, puts a spotlight on this human rights violation of physical, sexual or […]

Media Advisory: York University hosts National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

December 2, 2016Bergeron Centre, event, Lassonde School of Eng, violence against womensuhasini

TORONTO, December 2, 2016 – York University in collaboration with the Lassonde School of Engineering will observe a National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women on Monday, Dec. 5, 2016. This year, the York Federation of Students, with the support of York President & Vice-Chancellor Mamdouh Shoukri, initiated a 14-panelled mural of remembrance, […]