Economic Equity: Transforming Responses to Economic Abuse among Black Women
Ending domestic violence isn’t possible until systemic racism ends.
Why matters!
Our Community Consultation Findings: Through several consultations, we’ve unearthed critical insights revealing that unequal power relations, racism, colonialism, and economic injustice are key contributors. These systemic factors further limit the financial autonomy of survivors, particularly those from marginalized communities. Explore our in-depth findings here.
Understanding Systemic Racism and Economic Injustice: Systemic racism and racialized poverty are deeply entrenched structural determinants that significantly impact the experience of family violence. Our insights align with a 2022 report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, shedding light on the persistent and widespread discrimination faced by the 620,000 Black women and girls in Canada. This discrimination hinders their ability to achieve the same level of financial prosperity as their non-racialized counterparts.
When considering Black victims, certain specific factors may contribute to the heightened impact.
- Systemic inequality and racism
- Employment discrimination
- Racial wealth gap
- Stigma or cultural norms
- Limited resources for Black victims
- Barriers to access to justice mental health, housing and social services
- Barrier to access to financial institution
We are dedicated to understanding the root causes of Economic Abuse, recognizing that systemic barriers play a pivotal role in perpetuating this injustice.
“I found the courage to leave an abusive relationship when I was pregnant, enduring not only the physical abuse from my partner but also the shadows of my father’s past actions. As I left, carrying my two-month-old baby, I found myself in a grim situation. Still homeless and with no place to call home, I felt lost and unsure of my next steps. It seemed like the world of abusive men had closed in on me, leaving me with only $24 on the day I walked away. Fear, sadness, and an overwhelming sense of terror consumed me as I faced an uncertain future. Trying to find housing and access mental health services became daunting challenges. The system seemed insurmountable, leaving me feeling isolated and unable to heal from the wounds of my past”- Victim quote
Get Involved
Are you a Black-Led or Black-serving Women services organization? As part of our ongoing commitment to expanding our equity initiatives, we invite you to reach out. Whether you’re a survivor seeking support, an ally looking to contribute, or an advocate wanting to learn more, CCFWE provides avenues for everyone to get involved. Let’s engage in a conversation to explore the various forms of support and partnerships that we, along with our network of partners, can provide. Please contact us info@ccfwe.org
Are you a victim of Economic Abuse? Join our program here
Together, we can challenge and transform the structures that perpetuate Economic Abuse.
Read our Article:Economic Abuse:The disproportionate impacts on Black women
Useful resources for you
- Economic Abuse Power and Control
- What is Economic Abuse?
- Our six-step checklist before you leave an abusive relationship
- What should you do if you are being financially abused?
- Learn more about Coerced Debt
- Find help across Canada
- Financial Literacy Program Brochure
- Financial Literacy Program Press Release
- Financial Literacy Program Launch Video
