YWCA CANADA PRESENTS
The Walrus Talks Ending Gender-Based Violence
Reception Sponsored by Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health, Travel Sponsored by Uber
Gender-based violence refers to harmful acts directed at individuals based on their gender. It disproportionately affects women, girls and gender diverse people, impacting over half of Canada’s population and costing lives.
Canada is at a critical turning point in how it responds to gender-based violence. The Walrus Talks Ending Gender-Based Violence brings together activists, advocates and experts to examine pressing policy gaps and cultural shifts that can reduce and prevent gender-based violence. This timely event will highlight lived experience, evidence-based solutions and the need for coordinated, cross-sector action.
Join us in Ottawa for this urgent discussion, part of YWCA Canada’s annual Rose Campaign and just ahead of the 16 Days of Activism to End Gender-Based Violence. Connect with fellow advocates, policymakers, and engaged Canadians as we work toward a future free from violence.
Featuring
- Keri Lewis, Executive Director, Interval House of Ottawa
- Samira Mohyeddin, Founder and Managing Editor, On The Line Media
- Yamikani Msosa, Gender Justice Organizer
- Aline Nizigama, CEO, YWCA Canada
- More speakers to be announced soon
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
6:30 p.m. ET Doors Open
7 p.m. ET The Walrus Talks
Join us for a catered reception following the event to continue the conversation.
Can’t make it in person? Register for the livestream and watch online.
Tickets
General Admission: $20
Student/Senior: $12
Livestream: Free with registration
This event is not affiliated with Invest Ottawa and is independently organized by a third party.
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