The Canadian Centre for Men and Families is very proud to be co-hosting Healing Journeys: Violence and Trauma Conference Focusing on Male Victims, a conference bringing together survivors of violence, abuse and trauma along with professionals, service providers and activists on October 20-22, 2016.The special theme for this conference will be focused on improving services and advocacy specifically for male victims.

Registration

Our co-host the Canadian Centre for Abuse Awareness is managing registration, so please visit abusehurts.ca to register.

Venue: Humber College, 3199 Lakeshore Blvd. W., Building L, Room L1017

Date and Time: October 20-22, 2016

Agenda

Thursday, October 20 from 6pm to 9pm (FREE):

Dare to Dream

A special public opening event featuring survivors of trauma and abuse. This session will be especially geared to male victims but of interest to everyone.

Friday, October 21 from 9am to 5pm:

Special guest speakers, Panels and Workshops

A day of diverse activities for both survivors and professionals, focused on both male and female survivors. We will hold a variety of panels, featuring Researchers, Professionals, Survivors and Advocates

Speaker include:

Tracy Clarke, Manager of Victims Services (Ontario)

Yvonne Bergman, St. Michael's Hospital

Loretta Merritt, lawyer with Torkin Manes LLP

Adam Terpstra

Don Neufeld

Michelle Squires, Legal Aid Ontario

Lynne MacDonell, A Time for Men

Saturday, October 22 from 9am to 4pm:

Day of Recovery for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse

A 1-day workshop for male survivors of sexual trauma. Our experienced Facilitator Team from the Weekends of Recovery will come to Toronto for this journey day.

NOTE: LOW INCOME OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.

CONTACT 647-479-9611 or email info@menandfamilies.org