Experience a powerful conversation that centers survivors' voices and explores real solutions rooted in their needs.
In this recorded panel event, "Bridging the Gaps: Survivor-Centered Solutions for Enhanced Care Pathways", survivors, advocates, and care providers come together to share lived experiences and survivor-led innovations that reimagine access to care and support services. Tune in to be part of the dialogue and the movement toward systemic change.
Join Us for Victims and Survivors of Crime Week
From May 11–17, 2025, we’re hosting virtual events to raise awareness about the Survivor Support Platform (SSP), promote trauma-informed care, and honour the strength of survivors.
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May 11–17, 2025
Hosted by She Matters | Funded by the Ministry of Justice
Join us for a week of survivor-led programming, digital learning, and community care. Our events highlight the Survivor Support Platform (SSP) and center the voices and experiences of survivors across Canada.
May 11 – Kickoff Announcement
Welcome Message + Survivor Resource Guide
We’re launching the week with a special message from our team and releasing our updated support guide for survivors and allies to use throughout the week.Â
May 12 – Survivors’ Gifts + “We Rise” Walkthrough
Self-Guided Workshop Available from 1:00 PM EST
“Celebrating Survivors’ Gifts: Fostering Safe Spaces, Allyship, and Advocacy”
Led by She Matters Founder and Director, Jacqueline Villeneuve-Ahmed, this workshop reframes survivorship through strength, resilience, and community power. A call to honour survivors' gifts and foster safer, more inclusive spaces for healing and systemic change.
To register, click here.Â
Digital Community Walk-Through: “We Rise”
Explore our free online community space built for survivors — a place to connect, heal, and rise together.
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May 14 – Info Sessions: Tools for Change
Using SSP in Trauma-Informed Response and Support
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For Public Sector Professionals:
Discover how SSP can be used by law enforcement, legal, and health professionals to support trauma-informed practices and reduce re-traumatization. -
For Non-Profits:
Explore how SSP can enhance care for survivors facing systemic barriers, including those who are unhoused, newcomers, or living in rural, remote, or Northern communities.
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May 16 – Live Panel: “Bridging the Gap: Survivor-Centered Solutions for Enhanced Care Pathways”
Virtual Panel Discussion | 12:30 PM EST
Hear directly from survivors and care providers about the barriers survivors face, gaps in care and justice systems, and the survivor-led innovations that are driving real change.