SlutWalk Ottawa is a movement of protest and march which aims to end rape culture and sexual violence. The goal of the march is to move towards eliminating a culture of victim-blaming and sex-shaming in our society, as well as to empower and inspire survivors. It raises awareness that no matter what someone is wearing, it is never the survivor's fault. Join us on Saturday, September 10th, 2022 at 1:30pm for SlutWalk Ottawa.
Meet us at the Human Rights Memorial (Elgin and Lisgar) where speeches will take place starting around 1:45pm. At 2:15pm we’ll be marching down Elgin towards Wellington, down Wellington past Parliament, on to Bank towards Somerset, and from Somerset ending off again at the Human Rights Memorial.
First, note that this event will take place on unceded, unsurrendered Algonquin territory.
We would also like to make it clear that SlutWalk does not tolerate racism, cissexism, heterosexism, ableism, colonialism or any other forms of oppression. We are striving to create an event that centers the experiences of marginalized communities, especially folks impacted by racism, anti-black racism, colonialism, and transmisogyny. This is reflected both in our diverse organizing and volunteer teams, the speakers and topics we're addressing during the event, and in our ongoing efforts to learn how to better create safer and anti-oppressive spaces. We acknowledge that this is a work in progress and we are by no means perfect. We welcome all feedback and criticism in how we can improve things. Please contact one of our organizers and we'd be happy to talk more about this.
NOTE:
We ask that if you take a photo of someone you ask first. Please be aware that photos may be taken by media that might be published. To help make this event a safe[r] space, please use your best judgment about the space you physically take up. Do not touch others without their permission.
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Rape culture manifests itself in many forms, from victim blaming to slut-shaming to much more. We’re here to challenge the shaming and blaming of victims of sexual violence. We’re here to say that it is never the victim’s fault.
All are welcome to attend. We do not require any dress code. All we ask is that you support challenging and ending rape culture.
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Speakers & Itinerary:
To be announced!
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Who are the Purple Sisters?
The Purple Sisters Youth Advisory Committee works to empower young women from all backgrounds, regardless of class, race, age, sexual and gender identity, religion and physical and mental ability.
We believe that women have the right to make their own choices
that affect themselves, their lives, and their bodies.
We strive to challenge gender roles, create safe spaces, and value diversity.
We achieve these goals through event planning, offering workshops in the community, and our strong presence on social media. If you would like to invite us to deliver a workshop or be a part of your event please contact us and we would love to be there.
Who are Youth Action Now?
Youth Action Now is an Ottawa-based organization that aims to empower youth by providing micro-grants, workshops and other resources to youth leaders in the community. We want to thank Youth Action Now for the amazing work they do and for making this year's SlutWalk possible by providing us with the necessary funding. If you would like to apply for a grant or check them out, follow the link(s) below:
https://www.facebook.com/youthactionnow/
https://www.youthactionnow.ca/
@youthaction_ on insta
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Rejoignez-nous le 10 septembre 2022, à 13:30h, pour Slutwalk Ottawa. Rencontrez-nous au Monument pour Les Droits de La Personne (Elgin and Lisgar) où quelques discours seront présentés à 13:45h. À 14:15h, nous marcherons sur Elgin, vers Wellington, sur Wellington passé le Parlement, sur Bank vers Somerset et de Somerset nous finirons de nouveau au Monument pour Les Droits de La Personne.
Cet evenement prend place sur un territoire Algonquin non cédé et non remis.
REMARQUE:
Si vous prenez des photos, nous vous demandons de demander la permission à la personne en question. Soyez conscient que des photos peuvent être prises par les médias et peuvent être publiées. Pour nous aider à garder cet évènement un endroit sécuritaire, nous vous demandons de s’il vous plait utilisé votre meilleur jugement à propos de l’espace que vous utilisé physiquement. Ne touchez pas quelqu’un d’autre sans leur permission.
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La culture du viol se manifeste de plusieurs façons, du blâme de la victime, jusqu’au ‘slut-shaming’, et beaucoup plus. Nous sommes ici pour défier le blâme et la honte projetée en vers les victimes de violence sexuelle. Nous sommes ici pour proclamer que ce n’est jamais la faute de la victime.
Tous sont invités à participer. Il n’y a pas de code vestimentaire. Nous n’exigeons pas que vous veniez à SWO avec l’intention de réclamer le mot ‘slut’; tout ce que nous demandons est votre support pour défié et mettre fin à la culture du viol.
Event Venue
Canadian Tribute to Human Rights, ,Ottawa,ON,Canada
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