Queering Gender-Based Violence Prevention & Response in Canada

The Canadian Women’s Foundation is a charitable foundation focused on women, girls, and gender issues. They hired Wisdom2Action to conduct research on the unique and intersecting challenges 2SLGBTQ+ communities face in addressing gender-based violence (GBV).

Their Report highlights the impact of systemic barriers, transphobia, homophobia, and other intersecting oppressions on GBV experiences, particularly for trans individuals, racialized communities, and rural populations. It reviews existing services and gaps, shares promising practices, and provides actionable recommendations for improving GBV prevention and survivor support tailored to 2SLGBTQAI+ needs.

Policy & Practice Implications:

• Inclusive approaches to GBV prevention offer service providers tools to improve accessibility and effectiveness for 2SLGBTQAI+ individuals.
• Examples of promising practices can inspire organizations to adopt queer-centered interventions for GBV prevention.
• Policy makers can use findings from this report to design policies and response strategies that address the unique experiences of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, particularly those at the intersections of racialization, gender diversity, and rural isolation.