Wrapped in Courage Breakfast and Reception at Queen’s Park
As part of our activities during the 16 Days of Activism to End GBV, and to honour the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we attended the Wrapped In Courage event on November 25th at Queen’s Park hosted by Ontario Association of Interval and Transition Houses (OAITH).
Wearing our purple scarves, we advocated to and spoke with Ministers and MPPs across parties, as violence against women is a human rights issue, not a partisan one. We also networked and stood with many of our colleagues, strengthening our sector and movement.
Huge thanks go to the OAITH for hosting this annual event and for bringing us together in a meaningful way.
Vigil in Support of the 16 Days to End GBV
After the Wrapped In Courage Reception, Aura Freedom was invited to speak at a Vigil in support of the 16 Days of Activism hosted by the Official Opposition. The ceremony featured remarks from Opposition Leader, Marit Stiles, MPP Liza Gretzky, OAITH’s Executive Director, Marlene Ham, and our very own Executive Director, Marissa Kokkoros.
Marissa was additionally interviewed by CityNews at the vigil, which ca be watched here.
