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Newfoundland and Labrador Declares Gender-Based Violence an Epidemic
The government says it will start prevention efforts now and expects the 12-member panel to deliver recommendations in the fall.
- On Wednesday, Premier Tony Wakeham and Minister Lela Evans declared gender-based violence an epidemic in Newfoundland and Labrador, announcing a 12-member task force to address the widespread crisis.
- The provincial government followed jurisdictions like Nova Scotia and New Brunswick in declaring the epidemic, continuing efforts from previous administrations dating back to 2017.
- Composed of 12 members, the task force includes six government representatives and six community members, including Indigenous leaders and individuals with lived experience of violence.
- Government will launch a violence prevention awareness campaign this summer to help people recognize warning signs and "build a culture of respect," with a report expected this fall.
- Evans emphasized the commitment to long-term change, stating, "This is not going to be like a two-year task force," as resolving the issue requires addressing root causes.
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Newfoundland and Labrador - Provincial Government Declares Gender-Based Violence an Epidemic and Establishes Task Force
Gender-based violence is widespread throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. Rates are increasing, affecting individuals, families and communities. In response to the ongoing and devastating impacts, th. . .
Gender-Based Violence Declared an Epidemic, Task Force Established
The provincial government has declared gender-based violence an epidemic in Newfoundland and Labrador, and have established a task force to tackle the issue. Government states that such violence is “widespread” throughout the province, and that rates are increasing. The task force is made up of 12 members, six of those will be advocates and people with lived experience while the other half of the committee will be government officials. Non-gover…
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