The Reality of GBV in Canada
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is violence committed against someone based on their gender, identity, or expression. It takes many forms: physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, economic, societal, and even technology-facilitated violence.
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📊 The Reality of GBV in Canada
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GBV is rooted in gender inequality and intensified by systemic injustices such as racism, ableism, sexism, and poverty. It disproportionately affects:
- Women and girls
- Indigenous women and girls
- Black and racialized women
- Immigrant and refugee women
- Women with disabilities
- 2SLGBTQI+ individuals
- Women in rural and remote communities
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🌍 Why It Matters
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The impacts of GBV are severe:
- Long-lasting health, social, and economic consequences.
- Intergenerational cycles of trauma and abuse.
- GBV robs individuals of safety, opportunity, and dignity.
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💜 What Can We Do?
- Advocate for gender equality and equity.
- Support victims, survivors, and their families.
- Educate ourselves and our communities about the roots of GBV.
- Raise awareness about the systemic inequalities that perpetuate violence.
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At CUIAS Immigrant Services, we are committed to supporting women, families, and marginalized communities in building safe, inclusive, and empowered lives. Together, we can break the cycle of violence and create a future free from fear.
