Men are significantly more likely to perpetuate gender-based violence, including violence against women and girls. This means that in addition to supporting women and girls who have experienced violence, efforts are required to prevent those acts of violence from occurring in the first place. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, Lindsay Belvedere, a Senior Policy Advisor, remains with us for part 2 of the discussion to highlight the levels of prevention required to address the root causes of violence, COVID-19’s impact on gender-based violence, policy options, and some actions we can take to create safer environments. 

Trigger Warning

Please note that this episode will discuss issues around violence and trauma, and may contain sensitive or triggering content for some people. If you or someone you know has been impacted by violence of any kind, know that you are not alone. Please use your discretion when listening to this content and connect to the appropriate supports as needed. For our listeners in Canada, you can visit endingviolencecanada.org/getting-help.

Podcast Guests

• Lindsay Belvedere, MPH, CPH

Podcast Host

• Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®
• Ben Umakanthan, HBSc, MPH
• Linda Holdbrook, BSc, MPH

References for Our Discussion 

• CBC: Reports of domestic, intimate partner violence continue to rise during pandemic
• Violence Against Women Learning Network: COVID-19 & Gender-Based Violence in Canada: Key Issues & Recommendations
• United Nation Women: The Shadow Pandemic: Violence against women during COVID-19
• Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women & Children: Primary Prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls
• Canadian Women Foundation: Alright Now What Podcast

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