The Learning Network

Mobilizing knowledge to end gender-based violence

The Learning Network is a valuable source of evidence-informed resources for individuals, service providers, and organizations working to end violence against women and other forms of gender-based violence (GBV).

Featured Resources

Issue 28: Traumatic Brain Injury & Violence Against Women This Issue will: Examine the prevalence of IPV-related TBI Share how a TBI can be recognized Highlight how barriers complicate help-seeking Provide resources that support women’s individual and collective resilience Learn more

Issue 27: Women with Disabilities and D/deaf Women, Housing, and Violence This Issue is a collaboration between the DisAbled Women's Network (DAWN) Canada and the Learning Network. This Issue: Discusses the impacts of violence for women with disabilities and D/deaf women when seeking housing Identifies barriers women with disabilities and D/deaf women face when fleeing violence and seeking housing Offers a model for accessible and inclusive shelters Celebrates the resilience of women with disabilities and D/deaf women Learn more

What's New?

FORUM: Gender-Based Violence Work in Context: Addressing Structural Violence and Promoting Agency
Presenters will address both personal and structural aspects of gender-based violence work in a range of contexts, including working to protect children, covering gendered news stories, developing and using online platforms, and administering justice.

WEBINAR RECORDING: Strategies for Working with Indigenous Individuals Experiencing Trauma 
September 24, 2019
Dr. Holly Graham

WEBCAST RECORDING: Responding to Disclosures of Sexual Violence on University and College Campuses in Ontario
September 19, 2019
Mandy Bonisteel

REPORT: Learning Network Knowledge Exchange Summary Report: Violence Against Women & Traumatic Brain Injury
This report summarizes the research and insights shared by speakers at the Learning Network’s Knowledge Exchange forum on Violence Against Women & Traumatic Brain Injury.