April 25th, 2008 - SFU Harbour Centre MEN SPEAK UP
The Hon. Wally Oppal and other high-profile leadership men from across BC came together to speak out about violence against women in this new film that was launched on April 25th. The film combines news footage from recent cases of domestic violence homicides in BC with short interviews about the importance of men speaking to other men to challenge societal attitudes about violence against women. The BC Association of Specialized Victim Assistance and Counselling Programs produced this DVD and is a partner of the "We Can " Coalition. Many members were present to show support.
Published: Apr 25, 2021
WE CAN at Surrey Vasaikhi Festival
The "We Can" Coalition joined the South Asian Community at one of the
largest events of the year in the City of Surrey at the Annual Vaisakhi
Parade on April 12, 2008. Vaisakhi celebrates the birth of the Sikh
identity which was created in 1699. It also marks the beginning of the
harvest season in the Sikh calendar. The parade is for everyone and
this year drew a crowd in excess of 100,000 people. The public came
out to watch the parade and enjoyed free food along the route. "We Can" volunteers had the opportunity to reach out to the masses with the
campaign's goals and vision.
Published: Apr 17, 2021
Powerful Voices - March 1, 2021
The We Can B.C. successfully participated in "Powerful Voices: The Struggle for Women's Rights in the 21st Century" symposium celebrating the International Women's Day, 2008. The event was organized by Oxfam Canada and West Coast LEAF.
'We Can' materials were available at the display table, and a presentation was delivered as a part of "Reclaiming Our Voices: The Case for Advocacy" session.
Published: Feb 22, 2021
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