Enhancing Financial and Tech Security for Victims of Economic Abuse
When creating a bank account as a surprise for her transgender son, Ezra October, to help him save money for surgery, Rayne Ethetton’s husband was notified by the US bank of her upcoming appointment to set up the account. This experience raised concerns for Ethetton as she imagined the risks for others in vulnerable situations. […]
The Unique Challenges of Disability in a Financially Abusive Relationship
As we strive to shed light on different forms of abuse, economic abuse remains largely misunderstood, particularly when the partner being abused has a disability. This is an urgent issue: disabled individuals, especially women, face a compounded vulnerability to financial manipulation and control, given the specific social and economic challenges tied to living with a […]
Understanding Economic Abuse Tactics: Sabotage, Exploitation, and Control
November is National Economic Abuse Awareness and Advocacy Month
As part of the “Help Us Rise” campaign, this month, we’re shedding light on how economic abuse can deeply impact lives, starting with a foundational understanding of economic abuse tactics.
International awareness can prevent trafficking coerced debt, economic abuse and raise economic empowerment
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons raises awareness, promotes the protection of the rights of trafficking victims and encourages prevention and combatting of trafficking by the government, organizations and individuals.
Gender-based violence plays a huge role in filicide
The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression acknowledges the pain of which children around the world suffer, may it be physical, mental or emotional abuse, especially those in war torn countries.
The need for financial education on reserves
National Indigenous History Month recognizes the history of Indigenous people and how far as a society there still is to go to achieve true reconciliation, equality and justice for Indigenous communities.
The Call to Embrace Equity on International Women’s Day
“Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
Silenced and Stripped: Confronting the Racial Wealth Gap and Gender-Based Violence Against Black Women in Canada
As we transition from Black History Month to Women’s History Month, it is essential to acknowledge that while February is dedicated to honouring and recognizing the history and experiences of Black people in Canada..
The Importance of Black History Month to Economic Empowerment
February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions of Black Canadians to our country. This month is particularly important for the Canadian Center for Women’s