By Survivors, for Survivors.
She Matters is a survivor-led Canadian non-profit working to improve how survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse access support, navigate systems and understand their options. Through advocacy, education, research and survivor-informed resources, we’re working toward a future where every survivor has equitable access to the care they deserve.
How We Create Change
Support for survivors. Knowledge for communities. Change across systems.
We work alongside affected communities to identify gaps in care and improve access to forensic evidence collection across Canada.
Find survivor-centred support, community referrals, the Survivor Support Platform, peer support and stories from survivors.
Training, workshops, keynote speaking and consultation designed to help organizations better understand and support survivors.
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Where do I start?
Wondering where to begin is one of the most common feelings experienced by survivors. I was affected by sexual violence, now what?
Tune in to the She Matters Podcast as we examine the reporting process, the justice system, our individual journey to healing, and much more as we share empowering stories from survivors around the world.
You are not alone. We're Stronger Together.
She Matters PodcastDoes Geography Impact Access to Justice?
Explore our newly published report on survivor and provider experiences across rural and remote communities.
Experience a powerful conversation that centers survivors' voices
In this recorded panel event, "Bridging the Gaps: Survivor-Centered Solutions for Enhanced Care Pathways", survivors, advocates, and care providers come together to share lived experiences and survivor-led innovations that reimagine access to care and support services. Tune in to be part of the dialogue and the movement toward systemic change.
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Did you know Canada is experiencing a forensic evidence collection accessibility crisis?
Join She Matters in advocating for the Canadian government to mandate equal access to forensic evidence collection for every survivor, regardless of geographical location. Register for our newsletter.
We're on Substack!
Introducing: In Good Care - The Survivor's Circle, a new space for us to share what we’re learning, what we’re working on, and the conversations we think deserve more room.
Expect survivor-led perspectives, research, resources, reflections, and updates from She Matters.
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