This workshop will provide a general overview of domestic and sexualized violence and assist participants to better identify and respond to situations where gender-based violence and animal abuse are present. We will discuss key best practices in supporting survivors of gender-based violence as well as the importance of coordination initiatives in enhancing the safety of survivors and animals who are at risk.

1. Enhance participant knowledge of gender-based violence and the links between gender-based violence and animal abuse.

2. Enhance participant knowledge of trauma informed best practices in supporting survivors of gender-based violence.

3. Enhance participant knowledge of coordination initiatives that respond to gender-based violence in BC and the key elements of a coordinated response at the local level.