Preventing the cycle of abuse
An educator discusses how schools handle abusive situations.
‘A lot of sadness’ over closure of Act to End Violence Against Women
Emotions are still raw, following this month’s announcement that the Jewish community’s sole agency to offer a full range of services to women and children who have experienced domestic violence is shutting down.
Speaking out against a torrent of abuse
Through the ongoing testimonies of abused women, we should praise the ones that are brave and step forward to share their personal stories.
The story of violence and hurt: one woman’s account of an abusive relationship
A first-hand account of life in an abusive relationship
The Shavit story is, sadly, all too familiar
In Canada, we are well acquainted with the all-too-real dynamic of trying to placate one’s sexual harasser or assaulter, to make it all OK
Brian Bronfman wants to give peace a chance
Bronfman doesn’t think the word “peace” should be politically charged. He wants to make its true meaning understood and put into practice in our daily lives
Anti-domestic violence group holds series of shul lectures
ATEVAW’s four-day series – Nov. 14 to 17 – in the greater Toronto area will educate the community about domestic violence in the Jewish homes
Forgiving is not easy for everyone
The problem is, I cannot forgive. My memories are of fighting, beatings, criticism and rejection
Child sexual abuse must be addressed: Orthodox rabbis
Rabbi Michael Whitman of Montreal’s Adath Israel Synagogue told The CJN he hopes the proclamation will send a clear message this is an issue the community must take very seriously and be open about
Jewish domestic violence awareness much greater: expert
Awareness that domestic violence exists in the Montreal Jewish community and must be dealt with has grown dramatically over the past two decades, says Diane Sasson, as she prepares to leave her post as executive director of Auberge Shalom pour Femmes after 21 years
