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Rio Tinto increases support to prevent domestic and family violence in Canada
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Rio Tinto has announced its support for the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence by donating C$450,000 to 17 Canadian organizations aiding victims of domestic violence. This initiative aims to assist women, children, and LGBTQ+ individuals through shelters, counseling, and training programs. CEO Ivan Vella emphasized the company's commitment to safety for employees and the community. The funding addresses alarming statistics, with over 40% of women experiencing intimate partner violence, showcasing Rio Tinto's role in fostering societal change.
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MONTREAL, Canada--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Rio Tinto has marked the start of this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence with an increase in its support for local organisations that help people experiencing domestic violence.
For the third consecutive year, Rio Tinto is supporting organisations across Canada that provide shelters, counselling, education, training, workshops, and activities to help women, children, and members of the LGBTQ+ community affected by domestic violence to rebuild their lives.
This year, the company is providing C$450,000 in donations to be distributed amongst 17 organisations. Disturbingly, domestic violence against women is still widespread. According to Statistics Canada, more than 4 in 10 women have experienced some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime. People who belong to the LGBTQ+ community are also much more likely to experience intimate partner violence than heterosexual people.
Rio Tinto Aluminium Chief Executive Ivan Vella said: "At Rio Tinto, we believe that everyone has the right to feel safe. We want to contribute to both helping prevent domestic violence and protect the people who experience it. For our employees, this represents access to extra paid leave, emergency accommodation, and financial support if they are ever confronted with family violence themselves.”
“Our commitment to safety and respect for all extends beyond our work environment. For our communities across Canada, we are supporting local organisations that provide crucial help to keep women, children and members of the LGBTQ+ community safe."
SOS Violence conjugale Clinical Support Manager Claudine Thibaudeau said: “It makes a real difference when organisations like Rio Tinto come forward and join our efforts to help victims of intimate partner violence. We are grateful for Rio Tinto's financial support, but more importantly, for their clear stance in favour of victims and for a profound change in our community. Because to change the world, it takes everyone.”
This year, Rio Tinto is partnering with the following organisations:
Auberge Transition, Montreal, Quebec
Centre d’hébergement Tipinuaikan, Uashat, Quebec
Centre de femmes Au Quatre-Temps, Alma, Quebec
Centre de santé Mashtishanitshuap de Ekuanitshit, Quebec
Centre le Volet des Femmes, Havre Saint-Pierre, Quebec
Hope Haven, Labrador City, Newfoundland and Labrador
Ksan House, Terrace, British Columbia
La Fondation du Y des Femmes, Montreal, Quebec
Le CALACS du Saguenay, Saguenay, Quebec
Maison d’hébergement Le Rivage de la Baie, Saguenay, Quebec
Autour D’elles, Maison d’Aide et d’Hébergement, Sept-Îles, Quebec
Maison La Source, Sorel-Tracy, Quebec
Native Women's shelter of Montreal, Quebec
Omineca Safe Home Society, Vanderhoof, British Columbia
SOS violence conjugale, Montreal, Quebec
Tamitik Status of Women, Kitimat, British Columbia
YWCA NWT, Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Notes to editors
Recognizing domestic violence is critical and can help save a life. If someone shares that he/she's been experiencing domestic violence, it is important to find a way to help that is safe and respectful. Resources on how to help people going through domestic violence can be found here: https://bit.ly/3Ibacjz
What is Rio Tinto's recent contribution to combating domestic violence?
Rio Tinto has donated C$450,000 to 17 organizations in Canada to support victims of domestic violence.
What is the significance of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence?
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign aimed at raising awareness and promoting action to end violence against women and LGBTQ+ individuals.
How does Rio Tinto support its employees facing domestic violence?
Rio Tinto provides access to extra paid leave, emergency accommodation, and financial support for employees encountering family violence.
Which organizations is Rio Tinto partnering with to address domestic violence?
Rio Tinto is partnering with 17 organizations across Canada that offer shelters, counseling, and training for domestic violence victims.
What alarming statistic did Rio Tinto reference regarding domestic violence?
According to Statistics Canada, over 40% of women have experienced some form of intimate partner violence in their lifetime.
