MAID: A Commentary on the Netflix Drama Series
One of the most popular shows on Netflix is Maid, a 10-part miniseries filmed in Greater Victoria and adapted from Stephanie Land’s memoir Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive. The show follows a young, single mother fleeing an abusive relationship who gets a job as a maid to help make ends meet. The main character, Alex, is desperate to provide a better life for herself and her young daughter, Maddy. For local viewers, an entertaining aspect of Maid is identifying more than 160 local locations used throughout filming. However, the show carries a serious tone and depicts some of the challenges faced by women who attempt […]
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Victims and Survivors of Crime Week 2021
November 14–20 is national Victims and Survivors of Crime Week. With financial support from the Department of Justice Canada, Victoria Women’s Transition House (VWTH) has launched the Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse Awareness Project to bring to light the prevalence and impact of intimate partner violence and abuse on women and children. Throughout the week, we will share resources, inspiring stories of courageous survivors, information on VWTH’s services and community-based programming available for women and their children, as well as the role community members play in supporting victims and survivors of intimate partner violence and abuse. Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse Awareness Project Click […]
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Did you know that 1 in 12 seniors in British Columbia experience abuse? This can include physical, emotional, sexual, financial abuse and neglect. Mistreatment is often by a spouse, family member or trusted individual in the person’s life. June 15 marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and signifies older adult abuse and neglect as a global public health and human rights issue. Signs of Older Adult Abuse Look, Listen and Ask. Here are some signs that abuse has occurred or is likely to happen: Physical Abuse Unexplained injuries | Signs of restraint | Intimidation through weapon play Behavioural Abuse Conduct of people involved and relationship between person and suspected abuser, e.g., senior […]
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Helping to Break the Intergenerational Cycle of Violence
As Mother’s Day approaches, many of us will start to think about how we will honour the mothers and mother-like figures who have supported us in our lives. While some may reflect on healthy family relationships and memories of safe and enriching upbringings, for others, this may be a reminder of painful experiences. What My Mother Didn’t Tell Me: Helping to Break the Intergenerational Cycle of Violence As a young teenager, Annie* once witnessed her uncle slap her aunt. She remembers feeling powerless and scared. No one told Annie that abuse was unacceptable. Violence and abuse was something all of her aunts and mother were surviving. As a female, Annie […]
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National Volunteer Week
April 18–24, 2021 is National Volunteer Week and this year’s theme is The Value of One, the Power of Many. Volunteers are an integral part of Victoria Women’s Transition House and the work we do in support of women and children impacted by intimate partner violence and abuse. While at various points during the pandemic some volunteers returned to assist in a limited and safe capacity, with the current COVID-19 guidelines, our Volunteer Program is on hold. In the meantime, VWTH stays connected with volunteers online and continues to accept new volunteer applications. To learn more, visit our Become A Volunteer page or email our volunteer coordinator at odettel@vwth.bc.ca We look […]
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