Addressing challenges faced by deaf women experiencing gender-based violence
Date
Wednesday 20 November 2024
Time
7-8:30am (19 November 2024, 1-2:30pm ET)
Location
Online
Organised by
Learning Network and Knowledge Hub and Alliance against Violence and Adversity (AVA)
Cost
Free
This Learning Network and Knowledge Hub webinar aims to broaden knowledge about deafness and raise awareness of the specific challenges faced by deaf women, particularly those related to gender-based violence.
Listing of training and other events does not constitute endorsement by the New Zealand Family Violence Clearinghouse. Information is as provided by the organiser. For further information or queries about training or events, please contact the organiser using the links or contact details provided.
This webinar is being organised by Learning Network and Knowledge Hub and Alliance against Violence and Adversity (AVA).
This webinar aims to broaden knowledge about deafness and raise awareness of the specific challenges faced by deaf women, particularly those related to gender-based violence. It explores the concepts of universal accessibility and their crucial role in preventing such violence. Finally, it highlights the positive impact of inclusion and adapted services on the lives of deaf women, helping to reduce gender-based violence.
By attending this Webinar, participants will be better able to:
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Broaden their knowledge of deafness and the specific challenges faced by deaf women
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Increase awareness of the reality of deaf women, including the dimensions of gender-based violence
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Gain a better understanding of universal accessibility concepts related to deafness and their importance in preventing gender-based violence
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Understand the impact of inclusion and adapted services on the lives of deaf women, particularly in terms of reducing gender-based violence
This Webinar will be presented in Quebec Sign Language (LSQ) with simultaneous English, French and American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation. A Webinar recording in French, English, and both sign languages will be made available after the Webinar. Register for the Webinar and receive an email when the recording is posted.