Violence Prevention - Avalon East

Thank you so much for the wonderful donation from Downtown Comics NL 🎄🫶🏻

Apply now! Find the full ad on our website at https://endsexualviolence.com/come-work-with-us/

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Thank you to the Town Of CBS

There are some great articles on restorative justice in the current issue of EL Magazine from ASCD! Check it out!
Article link: https://ascd.org/el/articles/dont-give-up-on-restorative-practice
Magazine link: https://ascd.org/el

Thank you to everyone that have donated towards our Purple Stocking Project thus far and thank you to Susan Gallant and Natalie Dignam for your hamper donations, very grateful. If you would like to donate to our christmas 🎄 projects please send us an email at [email protected]

Happy to all💜

This is one of our favourite days of the year as it is a day that highlights the kindness that exists within our communities.

VP-AE always appreciates the generous support of our community as it allows us to provide essential violence prevention services, such as; care packages for survivors, healthy relationships activities, community access to educational resources, and more.

If you are feeling in the spirit we would love to be considered as a recipient of your generosity. Please send an email to [email protected] to make a donation or discuss other ways you can start giving to Violence Prevention Avalon East💜

What is the
"16 Days of Activism"?
16 Days of Activism is an annual campaign raising awareness for the issue of gender-based violence. The campaign begins each year on November 25th (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) and concludes on December 10th (Human Rights Day). Canada's 2023 campaign theme is "Listen. Learn. Act."

From Vocm

Three people have been taken into custody following a lengthy weapons-related incident on Brazil Street.

RNC responded to the scene around 6:00 a.m. after receiving reports of shots fired. A number of officers remained on the scene for hours. Nearby residents were evacuated from their homes while police attended to the scene.

Police say the incident has been peacefully resolved and three people have been taken into custody.

Earlier Story

RNC officers remain on the scene of a weapons offence at a home on Brazil Street in downtown St. John’s.

Police first received reports of shots fired early Sunday morning and soon cordoned the area off for public safety.

Tammy Davis, who lives near the property of interest, told VOCM News that she woke to noises early in the morning, but didn’t think anything of it until she saw the large police presence.

When she got up, she saw some RNC officers positioned with long guns outside her window. Once she made her presence known to an officer, police told Davis she had to leave her home while they attended to the incident.

Davis says their neighbourhood is relatively quiet and this type of activity is unusual.

Due to situation, police requested that the annual Downtown St. John’s Christmas Parade be rescheduled. The parade will go ahead on Sunday, December 3 at noon.

Yesterday marked the start of the 16 Days of Activism campaign and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

The date was designated in 1999 by the United Nations General Assembly. The day pays tribute to the Mirabal sisters and urges the recognition of gender-based violence throughout the world.
Follow our social media pages to keep learning about and ways you can take action against gender-based violence!

My name is Jailen Spurrell (she/her), I am the Manager of Fund Development and Community Engagement with Violence Prevention Avalon East (VP-AE).

Violence Prevention Avalon East is an equality-seeking organization that is dedicated to ensuring a safe environment, where all people in Newfoundland and Labrador have the ability to live without fear of violence. We work to address violence at its roots by providing support to survivors, education in our communities, and advocating for the prevention and early intervention of violence.

Violence Prevention offices across the province are currently preparing for 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, which is an annual internationally recognized campaign bringing awareness to the issue of gender-based violence.

The campaign begins each year on November 25th (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) and concludes on December 10th (Human Rights day).

16 Days of Activism provides an opportunity for us all to take action against gender-based violence, while listening to and supporting survivors.

As a non-profit organization, we rely on the support of our communities to help us spread the word of our violence prevention campaigns and initiatives.

At this time, we are reaching out to community leaders in Newfoundland and Labrador who may be interested in recognizing 16 Days of Activism with us by wearing purple on November 25th 2023 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) and sharing about the campaign on social media.

Your support and participation in the campaign would mean the world to Violence Prevention Avalon East, we extend our heartfelt gratitude in advance for your consideration.

Together, we can work towards creating safer communities for all. If you have any questions about 16 Days of Activism or wish to learn more about our organization's work, please connect with us anytime via email at [email protected] or by phone at (709)-757-0137.

Warm regards,

Jailen Spurrell (she/her)
Manager of Fund Development and Community Engagement
Violence Prevention Avalon East

We had a wonderful time at St Matthews, we offered kindness activities for Three classes of Kindergarten students.

ATTENTION! ATTENTION! Due to a very serious public safety issue & an on-going fi****ms situation currently unfolding in the immediate area of the Christmas Parade route the RNC has requested the POSTPONEMENT of the Parade.

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To shut this off go to Settings, General, AirDrop, Bringing Devices Together. Change to OFF. ⚠️

Purple Stocking Project
Join Violence Prevention Avalon East for the Purple Stocking Project - an initiative supporting survivors of violence with festive care packages during the holiday season! Gather a few items on the wish list and drop them off at our office or become a sponsor with a monetary donation covering the full expense of a care package for an individual in our community. We thank all who support and share about the project!

HOW TO SUPPORT THE PROJECT?

DONATE TO THE PROJECT
Check out the project wish list and gather some items for festive care packages! If you wish to make a donation, please bring your items to the Violence Prevention Avalon East office located at 20 Hallet Crescent, Suite 201.

SPONSOR A CARE PACKAGE
Sponsor an individual or family by making a monetary donation to cover the full expense of their festive care package(s). If you or your place of business would like to become a sponsor, please send an email to violencepreventionstaffegmail.com

PROJECT WISH LIST

• Art Supplies
-Colouring Books
- Pyjamas ( all
Sizes, all genders)
- Body Lotion
• Conditioner
• Puzzles
• Body Wash
• Deodorant
• Razors
• Blankets
• Face Cream
• Sensory Toys
• Candies
• Fuzzy Socks
• Shampoo
• Card Games
• Grocery Cards
• Shaving Cream
• Chewing Gum
• Hair Brush
• Slippers
• Chocolates
• Hair Ties/Clips
• Tooth Brush
• Coffee Cards
• Mittens
• Tooth Paste
• Crayons
• Pads/ Tampons
• Warm Hats
- any gift cards

Have questions? Please send an email to [email protected]

Today is the start of the 16 Days of Activism; Parliament Hill is lit up in purple in memory of survivors and those affected by . Join us by wearing purple. Let’s show our support to everyone impacted by GBV and work together to end it.

AECENL is excited to announce a new collaborative project with the First Light Friendship Centre. The project is the creation of a workshop specific to ECEs in NL that will provide educators with knowledge about Indigenous culture in NL, improving self-awareness, and learning effective strategies for working with Indigenous and non-Indigenous children and families.

AECENL and First Light are conducting a short anonymous survey to learn about the Indigenous cultural understanding in early childhood education in NL, the information gained will help us to design a workshop that is based on the needs of ECEs in our province.

The survey deadline is Thursday November 30th, 2023, a $20 gift card will be drawn for every 20 surveys we receive per region. Please use the link provided to fill out this quick survey: https://forms.gle/RzBYyLjGMRhD8AdLA

We are very thankful for the Christmas decorations donated thus far and a few gifts, please donate if you can, all support helps 💜🌲

Today was the Purple ribbon flag raising and the 16 Days of Activism Proclamation signing by Minister Pam Parsons, it was a wonderful event. We would like to thank all the speakers and attendees, thank you to the organizers and everyone involved. We can make a real difference working together.

Violence Prevention Avalon East is looking for a dedicated Communications and Media Relations Officer to join our esteemed board of directors.

Term: 2-3 years with possibility of extension.

Time commitment: 1 hr board meeting per month, and as needed communications and media relations support to the Executive Director.

The ideal candidates should have a strong background in communications, PR, or a related field. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, social media proficiency, and a passion for community engagement are essential.

A clear code of conduct

Previous experience in a non-profit or advocacy setting is a plus.

If you're committed to preventing violence and creating lasting change, we want to hear from you.

Help us spread awareness and foster positive change. Apply now to be a part of a team making a real impact!

Send your Letter of Interest and resume to [email protected]

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This Giving Tuesday, give a gift that keeps on giving! Support Thrive’s Holiday Shop and help allow participants of Thrive to shop for their loved ones and acquire new items at an affordable price.

What’s Thrive’s Holiday Shop? 💝
Thrive’s Holiday Shop allows participants of Thrive to shop for their loved ones and acquire new items at an affordable price. This initiative has been supporting participants with their holiday shopping for many years, and we are anticipating a lot of folks accessing the service again this year! www.thrivecyn.ca/giving-tuesday

Call for Donations:
🔸New gifts
🔸Gifts appropriate for all ages
🔸Direct donation (https://give-can.keela.co/thrive-donation-form)

We are particularly in need of presents:
🎁 For Kids (Toys, Play Sets, Clothing)
🎁 For Teens (Games, Gift Sets)
🎁 For Adults (Household Items/Decor, Pajamas, Slippers, Bedding, Art Supplies)

Items for people of all ages are greatly appreciated! You’re welcome to donate your lovely handmade items as well. (Knit Items, Embroidery, Pottery, Art, Quilting).

Stocking Drive🎄
We need your help again this year to make the Holidays extra special for the participants involved with Thrive! We are asking for donations of items to stuff our Street Reach stockings.

Suggestions for Stocking Drive:
🔸$10 gift cards for Sobey’s or Tim Hortons
🔸Deodorant
🔸Body wash/Soap
🔸Toothbrushes or Toothpaste
🔸Shampoo or conditioner
🔸Razors/Shaving cream
🔸Warm hats and gloves
🔸Chocolate/Treats
🔸New underwear
🔸New warm socks
🔸Pads or tampons

Items can be dropped off at:
807 Water Street, St. John’s, NL
Monday-Thursday: 10:00am-4:00pm
Friday: 1:00pm-4:00pm

📣 709-754-0536
💬 [email protected]
🖥 www.thrivecyn.ca
📍 807 Water Street, St. John's, NL

This week at BGC St. John's 💚

NL teacher/coach facing 92 sexual violence charges. A Winnipeg female hockey coach has been charged with 15 offenses. Experts say while rare, cases of women who perpetrate sexual abuse do happen. Thank you for the conversation and coverage.
cbc.ca /news/ Canada/ Manitoba/ female-sex-offenders-experts

Today, November 20th is National Child's Day and we got to spend it at Wee Gems 💜 We had a lot of fun 🤩

Our outreach coordinator Amy had a wonderful time Thursday at
Upper Gullies Elementary School, where she read and shared kindness activities to 5 classes.

Today, we are lighting a candle for Trans Day of Remembrance, to remember the immense loss of so many trans, Two-Spirit and gender diverse, especially trans women and trans people of colour, and to honour the strength, courage, and resilience of trans people around the world.

Today we are also lighting a candle for International Day of the Child, and lighting a fire of determination to fight for all children, that they can live in the world they deserve - where they are safe, protected, and loved.

Beginning of National Restorative Justice Week, learn more here;

Today marks the beginning of National Restorative Justice Week in Canada!

The National Restorative Justice Symposium starts tomorrow with a Keynote Education Panel featuring RFNL's Sarah McDonald Moores, Skye Bowen (ON), Monty Kreft (NWT), and Caralyn Huffman (BC).

Check out this video resource which features Skye: https://youtu.be/-X_EmYjLHE8?si=nWaF6CdS1QZ2OFTe

Amazing strategic planning session today with board and staff, thank you Martha for your leadership and guidance. So many wonderful conversations 💜

Calling for volunteers

Call for volunteers. Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back?
Is this you?
Are you passionate about supporting others though difficult times?
Have you been told you're a good listener?
Are you empathetic?
Do you build rapport quickly?
Do complete strangers tell you their life stories?
Are you eager to learn the skills needed to effectively support others?
Do you have access to a stable internet connection?
You will receive our in house training designed to prepare you to answer calls on our 24 hour crisis, support and information line. You will also receive Mental Health First Aid, ASIST, and Cultural Diversity.
Email [email protected] for details or use the QR code on the poster to access our online application.