Thursday, June 18, 2026

World Cup and Intimate Partner Violence

 The World Cup is here and while it can be a very exciting time for many, for others it can be a time of terror. Heightened emotions and drinking that comes with high profile sporting events can exacerbate intimate partner violence.

Battered Women's Support Services in Vancouver will be expanding its resources and crisis centre hours until the end of FIFA. There will also be outreach teams stationed in areas around the city during the World Cup: Granville St pedestrian zone,  the PNE grounds and along False Creek.

Should you require support or help finding resources, you can contact me thru this page or email me at d104wa@gmail.com


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