The event is important but how it made you feel is even more powerful. What actions did you take or did not take and why? What meaning holds your story to you?
What do you want Canadians to know?
Sharing your story
Some ground rules:
Start with “I”. Theses stories are personal. You may include your gender.
No need to mention names. This space is not for persecuting but rather to gather a collection of stories.
Some indication of time would situate the story. Only be as specific or vague as you feel comfortable.
This is the place to be as truthful as you want. It is anonymous and hopefully it might bring some comfort that your story is told and heard.
Your story, regardless of its perceived severity, is a story to be told.
How to share my story? Simply copy and paste your story into the comment box in the blog. Click here. NOTE: Comments will be posted upon approval to prevent victims being re-victimized. Messages will not be modified.
You may send your story to info@permissiontospeakfreely.ca but use an anonymous email to protect your anonymity.
Disclaimer:
Please contact your mental health provider should you experience any hardship.
Support Lines:
Sexual Misconduct Response Center (SMRC) 1-844-750-1648
VAC Assistance Service at 1-800-268-7708
Research:
Since the stories are anonymous and public, they are subject to be used for research purposes without consent.
Research means to analyze the information from the stories and unveil commonalities. Research can help support advocacy groups and help with reconciliation process. Research can also assist policy maker in their decision making process.