Survivors of domestic violence deserve a women's shelter sector that works together to support them in their darkest moments. I'm thankful shelters in Calgary are working collaboratively together to ensure survivors can get the help they need, when they need it. #ableg #abpoli

Our CEO, Kim Ruse and the toy crew from @Trail_ABSK, presenting sponsor chatted with @CTV_Danielle tonight about @CTVCalgary #toymountain2024. Help the #toymountain grow - donate until Dec 20 & support individuals & families in our community. For info: https://t.co/65IP1h6inv

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🔎 MYTH vs. FACT 🔍 🗣 “If they haven’t hit you, it can’t be that bad.” Abuse can take on many different forms, not limited to just physical violence. Abuse is NEVER okay. There is NO excuse for abuse. We’re here to help 💜 💌 (403) 234-SAFE (7233) or help@fearisnotlove.ca

🎄 Brookfield Properties Lunch and Learn for Toy Mountain happened today 💜 Massive thank you to long time supporters @Brkfldproprtl @BankersHall for hosting— what a great turnout! Thanks to @CTVCalgary and @CTVTaraNelson for all their support & partnership over the years 🤝💕

Preventing domestic and gender-based violence means addressing the root causes. Alberta's women's shelters are showing tremendous leadership by focusing on men and boys through first of its kind programs like Men & to help them learn more about how to navigate and work through

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Alberta's women's shelters are amazing at finding innovative ways to ensure those fleeing domestic violence have a safe place to turn. I'm so pleased Calgary-area shelters, including @fear_isnotlove & @YWcalgary are using ShelterLink to share bed availability & supports that

🎄 Today is our 1st Blitz Day for Toy Mountain 2024! 🎁 Thanks to @Trail_ABSK for hosting us! We’re grateful to have @Trail_ABSK @CalgaryPolice @amjcampbell take part today along with @kimruse @AdrianaYZhang @CTVCalgary on @CTVMorningYYC! 💜 💌 Visit: https://t.co/CkcIgT7eiv

Thank you so much for taking time to join us at this important launch of critical research on prevention. We need to work upstream while still supporting victims @fear_isnotlove

From the DM's... The onslaught of DM's we've been getting of cuts and shutdowns to social supports seems unending. And it also includes the victims of domestic violence. #abpoli #ableg #cdnpoli

Language matters - how we describe violence can draw attention to violence against women and girls or mask it. Unfortunately, it is usually masked.

Domestic and family violence’s impact: Of people who had hospital stays because of DFV, 68% were female and 32% male. Females were more likely to have multiple hospital stays. Most females were hospitalised by partners, but most males hospitalised by *other family members*. 1/4

It was great to meet with @fear_isnotlove this morning alongside Minister @DanWilliamsALTA. Fear is Not Love's Men& initiative is geared towards supporting the mental health and relationships of men. Learn more: https://t.co/DaPLca1qEg #ableg #abpoli

Flashback to April 25 and the Turning Points gala honouring 50 years. Thank you @tanya_fir and @SearleTurton for your kind remarks and support. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and honor the work of the last fifty years! #endabuse#fearisnotlove

It was wonderful to see so many people and so much energy out in support of the @fear_isnotlove Turning Points 2024 Fundraising Gala. This year they marked 50 years in our community, helping women and families get the support they need to flee domestic violence and abuse. Thank

"These murders don’t happen in a vacuum. They happen in a culture that is still – and is increasingly – hostile to women." Important column by @marshalederman on the ways we ignore femicide

✨ONE MONTH FROM TODAY!✨ It’s not too late to reserve your tickets for Turning Points 2024! Link in bio 🎟 We’re extending a massive thank you to our Gold Sponsors: @borgergroup @BrookfieldYYC, @HomesLogel and Tom & Jennifer Foss. Thank you for your support of our gala! 💜

Here is a conversation I had once with a child protection supervisor: Social worker supervisor: The mother keeps lying to us about the domestic violence. Me: It sounds like you are pretty angry at her for not telling you the truth about what's happening. Social work

💜 Every human has the right to feel safe, respected, supported and loved 💜 💌 Contact us today if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence and abuse: (403) 234-SAFE (7233) or help@fearisnotlove.ca #FearIsNotLove #shelter #yyc #dv #nonprofits