Published on 2019 04 24 | by Carissa Ropponen | in Events, News, Trans Inclusion
For 26 years, the Triathlon of Compassion has been a successful symbol of the power that large groups of individuals can have to affect important and lasting change. The Triathlon of Compassion, organized by Human Powered Racing in support of the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre, is our largest fundraiser of the year. Through the fundraising […]
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Published on 2019 03 29 | by Carissa Ropponen | in Events, News
Are you looking for a fun challenge for 2019? Are you passionate about supporting the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre? This is the year to #TriSometingNew! Race and fundraise with us for survivors in the Triathlon of Compassion, the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre’s (VSAC) longest-running and biggest annual fundraising event, on Sunday, June 23th. When: Sunday, June […]
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Published on 2019 03 27 | by Jaq and Lane, Trans Inclusion Team at VSAC | in Trans Inclusion
Hello Tender-hearts! We want to spread the word about the 10-year mark of the Transgender Day of Visibility this March 31. We have teamed up with both PEERS and UVic Pride to host a 3–hour get together at Fernwood Community Centre that will include (radical) button making, awesome music, snacks, and crafts! The Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV) was started in 2009 by trans activist Rachael Crandell. This day began as […]
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Published on 2019 03 08 | by Carissa Ropponen | in News
International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8 around the world to mark women’s hard-won achievements on the road to gender equality. Although we have come far, there is much more work to do to end systemic discrimination and violence against women, Trans, and gender-diverse people. Throughout the month of March, community members have planned various […]
Read morePublished on 2019 02 14 | by Lane Foster | in Trans Inclusion
Happy Valentines day, tender-hearts <3 Today on Valentine’s Day marks the 28th year of marching in remembrance of all the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, girls and 2spirit folks. This originally began after a Coast Salish woman was killed in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver. In 28 years, the numbers of Missing and Murdered […]
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Published on 2018 11 25 | by Carissa Ropponen | in News
Tuesday, November 27th is Giving Tuesday, the international day of giving. After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, people participate in Giving Tuesday to show their support for the communities and non-profit organizations they love. Giving Tuesday marks the launch of the Victoria Sexual Assault Centre’s holiday campaign: 55 Days to Raise $55,000. We are raising […]
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Published on 2018 11 21 | by Carissa Ropponen | in News
What do the proceeds from the sale of flights of beer, a “by donation” yoga class, a trunk show and tank tops all have in common? They are all amazing examples of how local companies and individuals can raise life-changing support for survivors of sexual assault and childhood sexual abuse. Join the Fast Five Fundraiser in […]
Read morePublished on 2018 10 31 | by Jaq and Lane, Trans Inclusion Team at VSAC | in Trans Inclusion
Content Note: Violence, Anti-Semitism, Colonization, Trans erasure, Racism, Xenophobia Hello Tender Hearts, We wanted to write a note amidst many exhausting, devastating, and overwhelming things that have happened this last week. Gender-based violence and sexualized violence do not operate in a vacuum—namely, these experiences are impacted and perpetuated by other systems of oppression and acts […]
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Published on 2018 10 25 | by Carissa Ropponen | in Events, News
Its time to get your holiday treats! The Victoria Sexual Assault Centre is fundraising with Purdy’s Chocolatier just in time for the holidays. Get chocolates for friends, family, co-workers and yourself (you deserve it!) while giving survivors the gift of healing: 25% of your purchase will directly support services for survivors. Now that’s a sweet […]
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Published on 2018 08 31 | by Carissa Ropponen | in News
The Victoria Sexual Assault Centre is hiring a new Executive Director. After 10 years of leading VSAC, our Executive Director Makenna Rielly is moving on to other ventures. She’ll be staying on as the Executive Director until September 30, 2018. During the transition between Executive Directors, Makenna will be offering part-time support to an interim […]
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