Flag-raising ceremony and campaign launch for Women’s Resources

November 25 was the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the First Day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence.  The Wrapped in Courage Flag Raising Ceremony hosted by Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes at City Hall on Friday was well attended.

The new Mayor, Doug Elmslie and Deputy Mayor, Tracy Richardson spoke of how important it is to work together and find ways to eradicate women abuse in our community. Also attending were a number of councillors, Kawartha Lakes Police Chief Mark Mitchell as well as staff, Board members and many supporters of Women’s Resources.  Lori Watson, Executive Director and Jane Chapman, Board Chair discussed the extensive work Women’s Resources undertakes to ensure women who come to them for help are able to receive the counselling and resources they need to heal from the abuse they have had the courage to leave behind. A proclamation was read that is shared by many other violence against women agencies throughout Ontario and members of OAITH, Ontario Association of Interval and Transitional Houses, all working collectively to help end violence against women.