We assist women to find a place in transition houses when it is required. During their stay at transition houses, we liaise very closely with the staff to provide on-going support, language interpretation and cultural sensitization.
We advocate and assist women in their interactions with the social and justice systems. We provide Court advocacy and assistance for immigrant and visible minority women who are attempting to access the justice system. This service includes court preparation assistance, liaison with lawyers and Crown Counsel, and on-going supportive counseling throughout the court process.
Supportive counseling and referral is available to immigrant and visible minority women who have been victimized by sexual assault and who are adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. This service includes:
The provision of support groups
Supportive counseling
The identification and referral to treatment agencies and therapists in the community.
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