Every year, thousands of Albertans are faced with the devastating and long-lasting trauma of family violence. Family violence takes many forms, including intimate partner and gender-based violence, sexual assault, coercion, and child abuse and neglect. Each form can affect survivors’ overall well-being, as well as their ability to trust, form healthy relationships and feel safe.
To help stop violence before it starts, reduce the number of family violence victims and ease pressure on women’s shelters and sexual assault centres, $2 million is now available through the Family Violence Prevention Grant Program.
Funding is available to community organizations, projects and initiatives aimed at addressing the causes of family violence and working with survivors, as well as those focused on underserved communities, including men and boys, 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, newcomers and refugees, and those living in rural or remote areas. Applications will be accepted until Feb. 12.
“No Albertan should live in fear of violence – especially from family, partners and those closest to them. These grants will not only support and empower survivors in their healing journey, but also help end cycles of abuse so we can prevent more Albertans from becoming victims.”
These grants build on more than $100 million in prevention strategies and critical programs across government that support survivors, engage men and boys, and foster a culture of consent. This aligns with and supports the development of a 10-year, made-in-Alberta strategy to end gender-based violence and support survivors.
“To effectively address the root causes of gender-based violence, it is vital that we invest in prevention and early intervention strategies. By doing so, we foster a culture of respect and accountability, leading to safer communities, reduced violence and improved well-being for individuals and families across the province.”
“Everyone deserves to feel safe and supported. Family violence shatters lives, and we must work together to prevent it in all its forms. This investment in community-led prevention and healing offers hope and is helping build stronger, safer communities where compassion and respect can thrive.”
Help is always available for anyone affected by family or gender-based violence. Confidential help is available 24/7 by calling or texting the Family Violence Info Line at 310-1818, or Alberta’s One Line for Sexual Violence at 1-866-403-8000. Anyone in immediate danger should call 911.
Related information
- Family Violence Prevention Grant Program
- Gender-based violence prevention
- Family violence – Find supports
- Family Violence Info Line chat