The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women - December 6 #HelpKeepHerSafe
Presented by: Women's Centre of York Region
Venue Sponsor: NewRoads Automotive Group
In a world where equality and justice should be the cornerstone of our society, the fight against violence toward women persists. It is with this unwavering commitment to change that the Women's Centre of York Region, invites you to join us on December 6, 2023, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This event aims to create a space for reflection, learning, and a collective pledge to end violence against women.
Event Details
Date: December 6, 2023
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: NewRoads GM 18100 Yonge St, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8V1
*Everyone has a role to play in ending gender-based violence, we would like to note that everyone is invited to attend.
Reflect, Learn, Pledge:
This event promises an evening of profound reflection, where attendees can learn about the stark realities women face and pledge concrete actions to end violence. The program includes eye-opening presentations, a vigil for the women whose lives were taken, and opportunities for attendees to learn more about how they can act to end gender-based violence.
Admission is free, and there is no formal registration process. Simply join us at the event venue and sign in upon arrival. As a symbol of your support, we encourage you to donate and receive a purple or white ribbon. These ribbons serve as a visible commitment to standing against violence towards women.
Donate and Showcase Your Support:
To receive your purple or white ribbon, donate at the event or visit our online platform to contribute and reserve your ribbon in advance. Your generosity not only helps us continue our advocacy work but also allows you to proudly display your commitment to creating a world free from violence.
Link for Online Donations: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/95188
Dedicate Your Donation:
This year, we're introducing a special feature – the ability to donate online in dedication to someone else. Your contribution can be made in honour of a loved one, a survivor of gender-based violence, or in memory of someone who has demonstrated a commitment to ending gender-based violence. As a token of appreciation, we're providing the option to send a personalized e-card to the person you are honouring. To send an e-card to someone special, donate online and choose "in honour of" or "in memory of" to send the e-card straight to their inbox! It's a meaningful way to show your support and share the message of solidarity.
Let's Stand Together:
The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women is not just a date on the calendar; it's a call to action. Let us come together as a community on December 6, 2023, to reflect on the past, learn from the present, and pledge to create a safer and more equitable future for women. Your participation and support are crucial in our collective efforts to end violence against women. Join us for this impactful evening – a step towards a world where every woman can live free from fear and violence.
Performance by Bianca Rollo
Bianca Rollo is a musician, songwriter and performer from Newmarket, Ontario.
With almost 20 years experience in the industry, Bianca has performed many venues and stages in southern Ontario and the GTA over the years, as a solo act and with her band, Bianca Rollo Band. Performing cover songs in many genres from across the decades, Bianca has wowed audiences with her powerful vocals and performance stylings.
Bianca is also a songwriter and has released two EPs with original music; “Scribbles” in 2008 and “Hit the Road” in 2014. Bianca’s music can be found on all streaming platforms, with new music coming soon!
Bianca’s latest music industry endeavour has been the creation of the Burning Red Writers Round, where she host, presents and books local Canadian artists/songwriters to performing in a Nashville-style writers round. The three or four artists are all on stage together and take turns telling the stories behind their songs and the perform the songs. It’s a very intimate show in a listening room that Bianca describes as “magical”.
To book Bianca as a solo act or with her band for your venue, corporate event, wedding or party, please email biancarollo@hotmail.com
You can find her on all the socials @biancarollomusic
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