From online harassment and image-based abuse to emerging threats involving digital manipulation, technology-facilitated violence is having real and lasting impacts on women, girls, and gender-diverse individuals. As technology evolves, so does the need for awareness, prevention, and support.

Hosted by award-winning local broadcaster and friend Stacey Brotzel, this engaging conversation will bring together experts to discuss:

• What digital violence is
• How it affects individuals and communities
• The importance of early prevention in youth and survivor support
• Practical ways to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe in an evolving digital world
• How supporting YWCA Edmonton can help create safer, more respectful spaces — both online and offline.

Featured speakers include:

Alexandra Ages, Policy Specialist, Writer, and Activist
Ashley Lim, Director of Counselling Services with YWCA Edmonton, Registered Psychologist
Nicolette Little, Critical Media Studies Researcher and Author of From Red Dresses to Memory Stones

Guests are invited to arrive early to connect with fellow community members, partners, donors, and advocates during an appetizer reception before the formal program. Enjoy refreshments, network, and engage in meaningful conversations with others who are committed to ending gender-based violence and creating safer communities.

Be part of an important community conversation and learn how we can work together to prevent violence, support survivors, and build a future where everyone can connect, learn, work, and live free from violence.

YWCA Edmonton’s Rose Campaign aligns with the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, an annual international campaign that runs from November 25 to December 10. A resounding call to action against gender-based violence, the campaign invites us to unite, raise our voices, and rekindle our resolute commitment to ending violence against women, girls, and gender-diverse people.