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A Blue-Print of What Worked
This toolkit offers a comprehensive and retrospective review of the development and delivery of a pilot program for survivors of GBV-BI. It is collection of the lived and practice-based experiences of our interdisciplinary and survivor-led team, engaging with and sharing their feedback on the development and delivery process. This toolkit is intended to share critical […]
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Responding to Disclosures of Violence: A Toolkit
The Responding to Disclosures of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Toolkit was created for service providers, practicum students, and community members with limited experience supporting survivors. It offers practical guidance to effectively respond to disclosures of GBV in one-on-one interactions or in group settings. The toolkit covers various types of violence that may be disclosed, examples of […]
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Chronic Pain And Resilience: A Pain Management Toolkit
This toolkit is designed to help gender-based violence (GBV) survivors, their support persons, and healthcare workers manage chronic pain related to brain injury (BI). It provides practical tips and strategies based on survivors’ personal experiences. While not offering medical advice, it highlights medications, supplements, traditional medicine, and evidence-based strategies endorsed by survivors. The toolkit also […]
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Session Closure Manual & Infographics
The Session Closure Manual and associated infographics were created to help peer navigators/councilors close sessions/counseling effectively and compassionately. This manual highlights the importance of establishing healthy boundaries, acknowledging progress, and fostering a safe and supportive closure. It equips peer navigators/councilors with practical tools for wrapping up sessions, reflecting on the survivor’s journey, setting clear expectations, […]
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Safe(r) and Effective Use of Self Toolkit
The Safe(r) and Effective Use of Self (SEUS) Toolkit provides guidelines on how and when to use self disclosures effectively. For the scope of this toolkit and our project, we define Self Disclosure as the process of communication by which a person shares information about their lived experiences with another person. This toolkit can be […]
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Embedding Peer Support Intro Our Futures
Access the live recording of WomenatthecentrE’s webinar discussing the importance of lived experience as expertise and the power of peer support. Runtime 1:29:34 Recorded November 9th, 2021 Panelists Donna Forget, Elizabeth Tremblay, Krystal Snyder, Rifaa Carter, Susana Meza Faciltator Nneka MacGregor Co-Hosts Sheryl & Katie
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Navigating Systems with Survivors
Discover why system navigation support is crucial in the journey of survivors and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges they face within complex systems. Whether you’re a seasoned support worker or new to the field, join us as we gather to learn, share insights, and strengthen our collective ability to support survivors of GBV. […]
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