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Postcards aimed at ending violence against
women That’s why the Canadian Labour Congress is demanding the federal government take action on 15 different fronts, in order to make a difference in the struggle to end the violence. A postcard campaign has been developed which outlines actions that can be taken. Fifteen postcards have been designed, each portraying a rose from bud to full bloom, each including a separate demand. Yesterday, the women's events committee of the Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre met to stage a ‘sign-in’ for the community, where postcards were signed and collected to send to Prime Minister Paul Martin. The cards are to be mailed one at a time, with each demand spread out. "I think we have to raise this awareness, first and foremost," says Heather Karkheck, public education and events co-ordinator for the centre. "This is still an issue and we have to let government know there are things that can be done," to help, she says. The postcards emphasize such things as childcare, equality, adequate welfare rates and workplace safety, among other areas. There will be three topic areas at the Dec. 6 memorial, to be held at Sadlier House, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. At least one person will speak about the massacre itself while someone else will speak about the 21 women who have been killed by their male partners in the last year in Ontario. As well, the Stolen Sisters project will be highlighted, which talks about the challenges faced by aboriginal women who have family members go missing or those who face violence. "I think the postcard campaign takes action – it’s a proactive approach that can be effective," says Heather. For more information, call the centre at (705) 741-0260. |
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