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You Are Not Alone

This site represents the collaborative efforts of several different social service organizations in Brantford, Brant County, and Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. As members of the BRAVE Committee, these agencies are dedicated to coordinating the community’s response to gender-based violence, domestic violence and sexual violence. This is achieved through advocacy for improvements in existing systems, prevention and intervention initiatives, increased accountability in service delivery, the promotion of education and training amongst agencies, and to ensure that established protocols are followed.

24 Hour Crisis and Support: 

  1. Victim Services of Brant: 519-752-3140
  2. Indigenous Victim Services: 1-866-455-2204
  3. Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services & Sonhatsi:wa Sexual Violence Healing Centre : 519-445-4324
  4. Sexual Assault Centre of Brant: 519-751-3471
  5. Nova Vita Domestic Violence Prevention Services: 519-752-4357

News

“You Are Not Alone” Campaign: Victims and Survivors of Crime Week (May 14 – 20)

This campaign is in recognition of Victims and Survivors of Crime Week (May 14 – 20) . The purpose of the campaign is to remind those impacted by violence and crime in Brantford, Brant County, and Six Nations of the Grand River that there are 24 hour supports in the community that can help. For more information please visit the following link:  https://www.victimsweek.gc.ca/home-accueil.html

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Weaving Truth and Reconciliation into the Workplace

On March 3rd, BRAVE hosted a workshop lead by the Hamilton Community Legal Clinic for managers, board members, and agency decision makers from various community agencies in Brantford and Brant County. The workshop explored ways to implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action into agency practice and procedures.  

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Enhancing Police Response to Sexual Violence

In February 2017 the Ontario Government provided funding for fifteen two-year pilot projects to enhance police response to sexual violence. The projects will also enhance police investigative practices with an overall goal of building stronger cases and improving justice system outcomes. Brantford Police Service is one of the fifteen two-year pilot projects partnering with the Sexual Assault Centre of Brant, Victim Services Brant, BCHS Domestic Violence/Sexual Violence Care Team, Laurier University and a legal expert on violence against women. Based […]

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BRAVE Participates in Local Pride Events

On June 17th BRAVE, along side The No More Project, participated in local pride events to show solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community. As part of BRAVE’s ongoing commitment to become more inclusive to the needs of the LGBTQ+ community with respect to sexual violence and domestic violence prevention and response work, information cards created in partnership with The Bridge Committee on intimate partner violence specific to LGBTQ+ relationships were distributed.  

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National Inquiry for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls : Six Nations Elected Council Press Release

Six Nations Elected Council has announced their support for the families of the missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls (MMIWG), calling for the resignation of the current Commissioners and the re-establishment of the Inquiry Process. “The current inquiry is based on colonial values and processes. It must be built on the strengths and resiliencies of Indigenous culture, values, ceremonies, and medicines.” – Chief Ava Hill The Six Nations families of the MMIWG have asked that July 31st be an International Day of Ceremony […]

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Events

Making –Building Community by Making Things Together

October 3, 2018 @ 8:00 am - October 5, 2018 @ 5:00 pm
Best Western, 19 Holiday Dr
Brantford, ON N3R 7J4 Canada + Google Map
$25 – $100

Making –Building Community by Making Things Together   About Making –Building Community by Making Things Together   You are invited to attend  “Making –Building Community by Making Things Together” – a symposium to learn about building community based on our strengths on October 3rd , 4th and 5th   in Brantford Ontario .   We will be hosting international and local experts to help us to learn about community and inspire new connections to great things here in Brant.  Join us for…

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UsNow: A Sexual Health Conference for Women of Color

October 20, 2018 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Perkins Centre, 1429 Main Street East
Hamilton, ON L8K 2C2 Canada + Google Map
$45

UsNow: A Sexual Health Conference for Women of Color   Queens Connected Presents: UsNow: A Sexual Health Conference for Women of Color About The Event UsNow is a one day conference where women of color (18+) can discuss and learn about matters related to sexual health and sexuality. There will be four main sessions during the day on the following topics: sexual health 101, sexual safety and consent, sexual empowerment and a discussion on gender. Guest speakers are women of…

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K.A.T.C.H. “Kids and the changing home”

November 7, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Dalhousie Place, 82 Charlotte Street
Brantford, ON N3T 2X1 Canada + Google Map
Free

K.A.T.C.H. "Kids and the changing home":   A FREE SIX WEEK PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN LIVING WITH SEPARATION & DIVORCE ​ To provide a safe, and child-focused setting for children utilizing a Recreational Therapy approach to learn coping skills while dealing with conflict in separation and divorce. In separated families, the children often experience emotions such as fear, sadness, guilt and anxiety. This group will provide coping skills and information around families and feelings. To provide a safe, and child-focused setting for…

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Native Women’s Centre: 3rd Annual Gala

November 14, 2018 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Carmen’s Banquet Centre, 1520 Stone Church Rd
Hamilton, ON L8W 3P9 Canada + Google Map
$175

Native Women's Centre: 3rd Annual Gala Native Women's Centre: 3rd Annual Gala Event Details: Silent Auction Date: Wednesday, November 14th, 2018 Location: Carmen's Banquet Centre 1520 Stone Church Rd, Hamilton, Ontario L8W 3P9 Cost: $175 per ticket OR $1280 for a Table of 8 Deadline to purchase tickets is November 7th, 2018 Time: Door's open at 5:30pm and Dinner from: 6-9pm Theme: A Murder Mystery Dinner Contact: (905)-664-1114   * Sponsorship's available

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L.E.A.D – FREE 2 Day Program on Developing Community Grassroot Leadership

January 24, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

L.E.A.D - FREE 2 Day Program on Developing Community Grassroot Leadership Leadership. Education. Advocacy. Development L.E.A.D is for people who are seeking to make a difference in their own lives and in the community. Further your skills in: communicating, working through conflict, reflecting, and community organizing. Gain insights into working with systems, and into your leadership skills.   Date: March 28th-29th 2019 Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm For more information and to register, contact JoAnne Dubois at: Phone: (519)-754-0777 ext. 252…

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Acknowledgement

It is important to acknowledge that the land we live and work on is First Nations’ territory. The City of Brantford and surrounding area lies on the lands of Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee and the Neutral. Respect is also offered to our neighbouring Indigenous nations, including the Metis, Cree and Inuit, among many others throughout Turtle Island. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work in this community, on this territory. The intent in acknowledging this territory is to recognize the myriad ways that our communities have been, and continue to be, implicated in processes of colonization and the ongoing impacts of colonization on Indigenous peoples, but we also need to do more than provide land acknowledgements. The Truth and Reconcilation Commission of Canada reminds us that reconciliation is an ongoing individual and collective process that requires commitment from all member agencies and people in our communities. We are all treaty members, and should strive to act in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples and center their voices.

We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Ministry of Community and Social Services and the Ontario Women's Directorate