VIOLENCE PREVENTION MONTH, FEBRUARY 2010

February has been designated as Violence Prevention Month by the Violence Prevention Initiative. The solution to eradicating violence against those most at risk in our society - women, children, the elderly and others who are victims of violence because of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class or ability - is through a collaborative effort between all levels of government and the community to improve services and to educate all residents of our province about violence prevention.

Each year in February, the Regional Coordinating Committees of the VPI organize events aimed at raising levels of awareness about violence and its impact, and at engaging members of our communities to work at ending violence.

VIOLENCE PREVENTION MONTH EVENTS - St. John's

FEBRUARY 2010

Mayors of cities and municipalities have been invited to sign a Proclamation designating February as Violence Prevention Month.

FEBRUARY 4:

Internet and Dating Safety: A practical and useful conversation for women about using the Internet safely to conduct everyday business, socialize and date.

A presentation and discussion with Cst. Karen Hemmens, RNC

7 – 9 pm

St. John’s Women’s Centre

150 LeMarchant Road

RSVP January 29/10 - info@margueritesplace.ca; 753-0220

FEBRUARY 10:

Coalition monthly meeting, with a presentation on the Family Violence Intervention Court by Susan Green

9 – 11 am

Sobey’s on Merrymeeting Road

All are welcome

FEBRUARY 11:

Community Youth Network monthly networking session

12 – 1 pm

CAVAE office, Suite 209, 31 Peet Street

All are welcome

FEBRUARY 15:

Men’s Leadership Breakfast with Dr. Michael Kaufman: An Opportunity for Leaders in the Community to Engage in the Work to End Violence Against Women

9 – 11 am

The Battery Hotel and Suites, St. John’s

$20 per person, with options to purchase full tables of 8

RSVP February 8/10 – cavae@coalitionagainstviolence.ca; 757-0137

FEBRUARY 15:

Engaging Men in Ending Violence Against Women: A Leadership Workshop for Men and Women

4 – 8 pm, with a light meal

The Battery Hotel and Suites, St. John’s

Workshop is free; spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Register by February 8/10 – cavae@coalitionagainstviolence.ca; 757-0137

** Dr. Kaufman will also be in Bay Roberts, Clarenville, Gander, Stephenville and Corner Brook. Call or e-mail for further details. **

FEBRUARY 17:

Are You As Smart As A Senior? Test Your Knowledge on Violence Against Older Persons

A quiz and presentation for all facilitated by Lorraine Best and Trudy Marshall, volunteers with the Seniors’ Resource Centre

3:30 – 5:00 pm, refreshments to follow.

Kenny’s Pond Retirement Residence

135 MacDonald Drive, St. John’s

Register by February 12/10 – cavae@coalitionagainstviolence.ca; 757-0137

SCHOOL “STAND UP” ACTIVITIES:

Drawing contest for K – 6 on “Stand Up – Reach Out – Step In – Stop the Violence”

6 top prizes of $50 gift certificates ~ each entry will be eligible for a $200 draw for their school. Contest deadline: February 8/10.

Video contest for Grade 7 – Level III to create a 1 – 2 minute video on “Stand Up – Reach Out – Step In – Stop the Violence”

6 top prizes of $100 gift certificates ~ each entry will be eligible for a $200 draw for their school. Contest deadline: February 8/10.

Pink Bracelets for schools with “Bullying Stops Here” are available for order.

For full details on School Activities, contact cavae@coalitionagainstviolence.ca; 757-0137.

Send mail to cavae@coalitionagainstviolence.ca with questions or comments about this web site.