Now Recruiting: Student Advisory Committee 2026 – 2027
The SVPS Centre team is excited to announce the recruitment of our next Student Advisory Committee (SAC). The SAC will work towards strengthening student engagement and ensuring that the office’s programs and services reflect the diverse needs and experiences of students. This committee will serve as a consultative body to provide feedback, share insights, and […]
New Resource: Sexual Violence Prevention and Response in Experiential Learning
Recent research in Canada indicates that 1 in 2 post-secondary students have been subjected to at least one instance of sexual harassment in an experiential learning opportunity. Research also demonstrates that while faculty and staff may initially feel uncomfortable responding to incidents of sexual violence, appropriate training significantly increases confidence and their ability to respond supportively to disclosures of sexual violence and harassment. That’s why […]
Apr. 21: On the Apps with Rae Szereszewski
Join us and sexual health educator Rae Szereszewski for a fun and interactive workshop that will help you swipe smarter, connect deeper, and stay safe when dating whether online or in-person. Whether you’re looking for monogamy, polyamory, casual sex, or your forever person this workshop is inclusive to everybody of all sexual and romantic orientations. […]
CCR Certification: Foundations in Sexual Violence Prevention & Support
The Foundations in Sexual Violence Prevention and Support Certification encourages students to build-up a culture of consent within their own campus community. Participating students will learn about consent, communication, bystander intervention, and how to respond to disclosures of sexual violence in a trauma-informed way. Students will also have the opportunity to develop emotional regulation and decompression tactics […]
April 1: Stories of Resistance: A Conversation with Catherine Hernandez at UTSC
Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking afternoon at Stories of Resistance: A Conversation with Catherine Hernandez. This special event invites audiences into a powerful dialogue about resilience, identity, community, and the transformative power of storytelling. Through an engaging conversation, Catherine Hernandez will reflect on the themes that shape her work — from confronting systems of oppression […]
Announcing REES: Respect. Educate. Empower Survivors.
A simple, secure online platform for students to document and share incidents of sexual violence The Sexual Violence Prevention & Support Centre (SVPS Centre), with the support of the University of Toronto Student Union (UTSU), is pleased to announce the launch of a pilot of REES–a simple, secure online platform for documenting and sharing information […]
16 Days & the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and goes until December 10, Human Rights Day. Included within this period is the National Day for Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, a memorial held in […]
Nov. 14: Mindful Doodling with the Neuroverse Society at UTSC
Join us and the Neuroverse Society for this afternoon of mindful doodling and pizza at UTSC. There will be a brief presentation from the SVPS Centre team, and lots of time to draw and reflect with neurodiverse peers. The NeuroVerse Society (NVS) strives to foster understanding and support for neurodivergent individuals.
Nov. 19: Trauma-Informed Yoga with Keke Chambers
Join us for this restorative and reflective virtual yoga session with facilitator Keke Chambers. This session is open to all members of the UofT community, but will focus on the needs of racialized survivors. We’re hosting this session as a part of Healing Through the Intersections, an annual educational event held in October that focuses on […]
Student Advisory Committee
The SVPS Centre team is excited to announce the launch of a new Student Advisory Committee (SAC). The SAC will work towards strengthening student engagement and ensuring that the office’s programs and services reflect the diverse needs and experiences of students. This committee will serve as a consultative body to provide feedback, share insights, and […]
Call for Collaborative Funding: Applications Due Oct. 31, 2025
Healing Through the Intersections is an annual educational event that focuses on honouring and creating space for intersectional experiences of sexual violence and sexual harassment and healing. In 2025 we are excited to once again be offering a collaborative funding opportunity for student, staff, and faculty groups!
Oct. 23, 2025 – Mar. 4, 2026: Healing Hearts: Muslim-Identified Survivor Group
This support group is a gathering space for Muslim individuals who identify as having experienced sexual violence, sexual harassment, and/or gender-based violence. Participants will discuss healing, faith, and community-building. Sessions will be hosted virtually and are open to U of T community members from across the three campuses. Please note this is a closed group […]