Events
In addition to our own events, and events organized by our regional groups (Provincial/Territorial Member Associations), NWAC supports the activities of other individuals and organizations working to combat Violence. Many opportunities exist to speak out against violence against Aboriginal women, and your support is extremely valuable! To post information about an event in your area, please contact NWAC: Native Women’s Association of Canada TRAINING
OPPORTUNITY! Keynote Speakers:
Plus many fabulous
training workshops to choose from! Take Back the HighwayOn September 17, 2005, communities in northern British Columbia united to reclaim Highway 16, also known as the ‘Highway of Tears’. Inspired by ‘Take Back the Night’ (an international demonstration that protests violence against women), Take Back the Highway celebrated the lives of the women lost along Highway 16. The demonstration also served to condemn the lack of response to their deaths or disappearances. Article: “Communities Unite to Reclaim the Highway of Tears?, in Indian Country Community Summaries - Personalized accounts of Take Back the Highway Copyright © 2011 Sister's In Spirit. All Rights Reserved. |
Events relating to Violence Against Aboriginal Women are
not limited to a particular area of the country. Violence is a national
problem, and is being countered by individuals and organizations from
all regions of Canada.
