Canadian feminist lawyer and women’s advocate
In many countries, courts are able to appoint a lawyer where one of the people involved in the case does not have one of their own. This lawyer is called an amicus curiae, or friend of the court. In Canada, Continue reading Friend of the court
In cases involving family violence, the intersections between family and criminal court can be challenging. The two court systems have different purposes, different standards of proof and do not share information or communicate with one another. When a woman whose Continue reading Determining credibility
Last week, along with Humberto Carolo of the White Ribbon Campaign and Amiel Houghton of Changing Ways, I spoke at a conference called “Engaging Men: Why. How. Impact.” organized by the Elgin Alliance to End Violence. Humberto spoke of the Continue reading What about the men?
The work to support survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) is overwhelming. There is never enough money or time, and there are always more survivors needing support. Government policies – as well as the lack thereof – create new challenges Continue reading Naming it to change it