SASS Welcomes You!
Mission
Sexual Assault Support Services for Women
of Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry & Akwesasne is a non-profit grass-roots
feminist organization committed to the support of victims/survivors who have
experienced sexual violence; and the prevention and elimination of that form of
violence. Our place is non-judgmental, open to all women, regardless of
ability, race, religion, socio-economic status, culture and sexual orientation.
We are a beacon for these women in the community.
Philosophy
Sexual
assault /abuse is a product of our social, political and economic environment
rather than an isolated personal experience. It is one expression of the exploitation
and/or oppression of women in our society, or of the larger issue of the status
of women. The institutions in our
society further exploit women by failing to provide adequate relief from
physical abuse and sexual discrimination and by failing to provide adequate
programs to alleviate the social, political and the economic circumstances
which contribute to the sexual exploitation of women. Our institutions require
encouragement to examine their traditional assumptions and to participate in
the resolution of these social issues. Individuals who have additional needs
due to age, language, culture, disability, poverty, geographical location or
sexual orientation require services that are sensitve and reflect these needs.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 10 January 2012 )
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