Join the 16 Days of Activism to end Gender-Based Violence (GBV) on Canadian campuses. Discover 7 essential tools to create safer spaces and support survivors.
Women and Gender Equality Canada Invests in Project to Address Sexual Harassment in STEM-focused Experiential Learning
The Courage to Act Foundation is excited to announce a new investment of up to $1,165,382 from Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) through the Women’s Economic and Leadership Opportunities Fund. With this investment, the Courage to Act Foundation will expand its flagship project, At the Root: A Systems Change Approach to Addressing Sexual Harassment in STEM-focused Experiential Learning.
From Research to Action: Introducing the Courage to Act Foundation
Courage to Act: A Starter Kit for Senior Administrators
The institutional responsibility to provide a safe learning and working environment for all students and employees is inextricable from the responsibility to address gender-based violence, and requires strong leadership from senior administrators. Check out Possibility Seeds’ essential "starter pack" of evidence-based tools and toolkits to support those in senior leadership positions to take action to protect both the institution and the people who are part of it.
How Can Post-Secondary Institutions Assess Risk Posed by Gender-based Violence?
Five Myths About Sexual Harassment in Experiential Learning
In experiential learning settings, sexual harassment remains a significant yet often misunderstood issue. Since 2022, Possibility Seeds has delved into this underexplored area, engaging in research, consultations, and dialogues with hundreds of stakeholders. We’ve unearthed misconceptions that hinder understanding and pose barriers to addressing this critical problem. Let's debunk these together.
Courage to Act: A Starter Kit for Student Conduct Offices
Responding to non-academic misconduct at post-secondary institutions can be complex, especially in the context of addressing sexual and gender-based violence. Recognizing these tensions and complexities, Possibility Seeds compiled the following tools and toolkits to support those working on student conduct in cases of gender-based violence.
Resources for Gender Justice Advocates to Challenge Anti-Black Racism
The following is a community-curated list of free books, articles, blog posts, poems, podcasts and art about anti-Black racism for gender justice advocates. We know that liberation from gender-based violence (GBV) cannot take place without an end to white supremacy and anti-Black racism. We invite gender justice advocates at community organizations and post-secondary institutions to read, engage, and strengthen/implement action plans with the help of these resources.
Courage to Act's Digital Care Package for Black History Month
Happy Black History month! This year, the Possibility Seeds team wanted to create a digital care package for Black community members full of self-care resources and art that centres Black joy and wellness. We hope this month is a time of celebration, community connection, and (importantly) rest. Check out the digital care package here.
Courage to Act: A Starter Kit for Campus GBV Workers
The critical work of responding to gender-based violence on campuses, with its many challenges and complexities, can seem heavy and daunting. For those new to this work especially, it can also feel overwhelming. To help you get started, Possibility Seeds put together this curated “starter pack” of foundational tools and toolkits to provide a basis for your continued work to build safer campuses for us all.
How Can Post-Secondary Institutions Address Sexual Harassment in Experiential Learning?
How Can Post-Secondary Institutions Respond to Critical Incidents of Sexual Violence on Campus?
Working with People Who’ve Caused Harm: Piloting Possibility Seeds’ Tools Across Nova Scotia
Dr. Jesmen Mendoza reflects on the province-wide pilot he and Sarah Scanlon led this year with PSIs across Nova Scotia, applying Possibility Seeds' set of tools for working with people who've caused harm. Read about the process of applying these tools and the transformative conversations that came along the way.
Creating Global Connections: a Conversation with Anti-GBV Activists on Campuses Around the World
As we wind down Courage to Act in its current form, we wanted to speak with activists dedicated to addressing campus gender-based violence in their countries, to spark connections that continue this work worldwide. Read our conversation with Marcela Linková (Czech Republic), Furaha Joy Sekai Saungweme (Southern Africa), and Dr. Allison Henry (Australia).
ARC: Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Harassment and Violence in Professional Settings
Sexual harassment in the workplace is all too common, and knowing how to respond when someone tells you they were subjected to sexual harassment or violence can be hard, especially when you need to consider your professional responsibilities around confidentiality. We created the ARC model to help. Watch the ARC video and learn more about it here!
Strengthening Channels of Communication on Your Campus to Address and Prevent GBV
Strong communication is so important in coordinating prevention and response efforts around gender-based violence (GBV). Possibility Seeds put this curated list of resources together to help you strengthen the channels of communication regarding GBV within your post-secondary institution amongst your staff, faculty, students, community and other stakeholders.
Alberta Must Act Now to Protect Students
The results of the recent province-wide campus climate survey, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Alberta Post-Secondary Education, are gut-wrenching. A key finding was that 50% of post-secondary students in Alberta, of the 13,000 who responded, have been subjected to some form of sexual or gender-based violence. The Council of Alberta University Students and Possibility Seeds present this statement with calls to action.
An Update on the First Gender-Based Violence Community Risk Assessment Tool Designed for Campuses
We're so excited to be releasing the first GBV Community Risk Assessment tool designed specifically for the post-secondary context on September 25th! Dr. Jesmen Mendoza and Dr. Sandy Jung give a final update and discuss the process they undertook in creating the tool, in consultation with their expert panel. Read it here!
Our Campus, Our Safety: Tips & Resources for Student Leaders Advocacy on Campus GBV
Youth are the most effective advocates for our own experiences. But advocating as a student leader can be intimidating, whether it’s institutional advocacy or government relations. Our stakeholder relations specialist Aubrianna Snow has gathered some easily accessible resources from Courage to Act and beyond to help guide you. Read our advocacy resources and tips here!