Polygamy is a very complicated. Or is it? For many people it is very simple and those simple responses fall in these three categories:
1. Polygamy is bad for women and an example of extreme patriarchy;
2. There is nothing wrong with polygamy that isn't wrong with all relationships; and/or
3. Polygamy is a perfectly valid choice.
So why is it a criminal offence in Canada and why is there a very unusual Constitutional Reference case underway in Vancouver?
Have you ever worried that someone you know - a friend, neighbour, co-worker or relative is experiencing abuse or violence?
Neighbours, Friends and Families is a public awareness campaign to help people recognize the warning signs of abuse so they can help someone close to them.
Have you ever worried that someone you know - a friend, neighbour, co-worker or relative is experiencing abuse or violence? Neighbours, Friends and Families is a public awareness campaign to help people recognize the warning signs of abuse so they can help someone close to them.
This will be a discussion based workshop where we will learn about how to recognize abuse, what resources are available in our community, and how to have the courage to support someone close to you who may be experiencing violence. Violence against women is a tough topic but is one that we need to tackle together. Working together we can end violence in our community.
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