Peel Region launches Break the Silence campaign to raise awareness on family and intimate partner violence

Nov 26, 2024

Family and intimate partner violence is everyone’s concern as it threatens the basic right to live free from violence.

On November 25, 2024, Peel Region officially launched the Break the Silence campaign, marking its fifth year of raising awareness about family and intimate partner violence (FIPV). This annual initiative begins on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and continues through the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The campaign aims to foster open conversations, dispel harmful myths, and encourage survivors to seek help by highlighting the resources available in the community.

With the collaboration of over 25 community organizations and local governments, this initiative aims to challenge misconceptions, provide resources in multiple languages, and encourage residents to speak out against violence.

In 2023 alone, Peel Police responded to over 16,000 incidents of family and intimate partner violence, highlighting the critical need for collective action.

Together, we can make Peel a safer and more connected community.

If you or someone you know needs support:

Call text, or chat with 211
Call Embrave: Agency to End Violence Crisis Line at 1-855-676-8515
Call Victim Services of Peel at 905-568-1068
Call Caledon\Dufferin Victim Services at 905-951-3838

NEED HELP? 905-451-2123 or 1-877-451-2123

IN CRISIS? 24.7 Crisis Support Peel Dufferin 905-278-9036 or 1-888-811-2222

At risk for homelessness? | STREET HELPLINE 1-877-848-8481

If you’re thinking about suicide, 9-8-8 is here to help. Call or text 9-8-8 toll-free, anytime.

Peel Region launches Break the Silence campaign to raise awareness on family and intimate partner violence

Family and intimate partner violence is everyone’s concern as it threatens the basic right to live free from violence.