Pathways to Legacy: Survivor-Led Advocacy and Healing for NSRI Women

Date: January 16&17, 2025

Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM EST

Location: Toronto Metropolitan University Student Centre

Tecumseh Auditorium

55 Gould St, Toronto, ON M5B 1E9

Join us in Toronto on January 16 & 17, 2025, for a two-day in-person (hybrid) conference bringing together Non-Status, Refugee, and Immigrant (NSRI) women survivors, service providers, organizational leaders, and community advocates to reflect on and build the legacy of addressing gender-based violence (GBV) against NSRI communities.

The Pathways to Legacy conference marks the conclusion of the Building Leadership Capacity to Address GBV Against NSRI Women Across Canada project, focusing on fostering survivor-led advocacy and collective healing. The event aims to amplify the voices of NSRI survivors and center their leadership in shaping policies, practices, and community solutions to combat GBV.

Join us to:

• Reflect on the legacy of survivor-led change and the challenges and triumphs of NSRI women in their advocacy against GBV.
• Exchange knowledge and strategies that prioritize intersectional lived experiences and leadership in addressing GBV.
• Participate in collaborative sessions to identify actionable recommendations that center the needs of NSRI survivors.
• Strengthen national partnerships by connecting with diverse stakeholders committed to building sustainable solutions to GBV.

Conference sessions and activities include:

• Keynote addresses and panel discussions highlighting survivor-led advocacy and systemic change.
• Workshops on trauma-informed and culturally competent care.
• Interactive activities where participants can reflect on the collective impact of the project and commit to sustaining its legacy.

Registration Details:

• Participants will receive detailed information about the location, agenda, and logistics closer to the event.
• For questions or accessibility needs, please email Nissaba Hido at [email protected] and Berivan Sarikaya at [email protected].

We are committed to creating a trauma- and violence-informed conference that fosters a safe, inclusive, and person-centered environment for all participants.

ASL interpertation will be offered during all sessions and workshops for the two days conference. If any additional accomodations are needed, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Light Breakfast, Lunch, and refreshments will be provided.

This event is funded by the Women and Gender Equality (WAGE) Canada and led by OCASI - Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants as part of the Building Leadership Capacity to Address GBV Against NSRI Women Across Canada project.

Register today and join us in building pathways to a lasting legacy of safety, resilience, and advocacy for NSRI women!

To register for the virtual conference and access the live stream, please click here or use the link below to sign up:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwkfuuprjwiHdYE3Reg9zFXXU0_DhTZuR30

For questions or accessibility needs, please email Nissaba Hido at [email protected] and Berivan Sarikaya at [email protected].

Host or Publisher OCASI