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Men As Allies
Men and boys have immense potential to be agents of change in preventing gender-based violence. The majority of domestic violence against women is at the hands of men. From an intersectional perspective, men have many systemic privileges that can be useful in supporting women and have just as much to gain from a more equitable system.

Harmful gender norms that affect women, also act as barriers to prevent men from holding one another accountable. Challenging these norms involves education, accountability and taking action.
White Ribbon is the world’s largest movement of men and boys working to end violence against women and girls, promote gender equity, healthy relationships and a new vision of masculinity.
They have a variety of interactive digital learning activities, resources, and workshops to empower and inspire men to speak out against gender-based violence.
Here are 4 of the B.E.S.T ways you can promote gender equality in your communities.
Visit www.whiteribbon.ca to learn more and how you can take action in your community.
Community Support
We are so grateful to have such a supportive community!
Here are a few shoutouts!
Thank you Venterra Realty for volunteering last month, working in the garden and clearing out the shed!
Thank you to the Tims for Good truck for stopping by last month with some treats for our staff!
Thanks to Starbucks partners and The Starbucks Foundation for selecting us to be a recipient of the Neighbourhood Grant Program!
Thank you to The Ladies Golf Club for your support!
Want to get your team involved?
Email volunteering@yellowbrickhouse.org to get started!
Step In My Shoes Walk
Our Annual Break the Silence, Step In My Shoes Walk is back! Join us on Sunday, November 6th, 2022 at 10am in person at St. Andrews College.

Registration is free! Food, beverages and more goodies will be available! Help us reach our goal of $100,000 to raise funds in support of our life-saving support services and prevention programs for women and children. Every $150 raised will ensure one night of safety for a woman or child impacted by violence and abuse. Stay tuned for more updates on this event, and make sure to register below!

Thank you for supporting us in the movement to end domestic violence.

*A hybrid option is available for those who cannot join in person. Register to walk, run or jog on your own or with some friends throughout the months of September and October. Send some pictures of your participation to events@yellowbrickhouse.org to be included in the celebration video.
 905-709-0900 | supporter@yellowbrickhouse.org | www.yellowbrickhouse.org
Crisis & Support Line: 1-800-263-3247