Rio Tinto amplifies support for domestic and family violence prevention in Canada
November 29 2023 - 8:00AM
Business Wire
During the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence,
Rio Tinto is strengthening its commitment to address domestic and
family violence by expanding support for local organisations across
Canada. This year, Rio Tinto is donating $400,000, distributed
among 15 organisations that provide essential services to
individuals affected by domestic and family violence.
Rio Tinto Iron, Titanium and Diamonds Managing Director Sophie
Bergeron said: “Rio Tinto firmly believes that everyone deserves to
feel safe and secure. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace,
reaching into communities across Canada. We are dedicated to
supporting local organisations that play a pivotal role in ensuring
the safety of women, children, and LGBTQ+ community members.”
“As we stand united against domestic and family violence, I also
take a moment to observe the National Day of Remembrance and Action
on Violence Against Women on December 6th, commemorating the tragic
events of 1989 at Polytechnique Montreal, where I studied. This day
serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing work needed to create
a world free from violence.”
Since 2020, Rio Tinto has contributed $1.185 million to this
initiative.
This financial support has made a tangible impact on the ground,
assisting organisations such as the Northern Mosaic Network. The
organisation’s Executive Director, Chelsea Thacker, said: “Rio
Tinto’s donation to our organisation reinforces our ongoing work to
see the Northwest Territories be a safer, more equitable place for
2SLGBTQIA+ youth, families, and adults to thrive. As a small,
grass-roots collective, we often struggle to have large
organisations and businesses really understand the value of the
work we’re trying to do here. Rio Tinto’s support helps to show our
team that our contributions are making a noticeable impact so that
we can keep passionately serving our community without worrying
about how we’re going to keep the lights on.”
In its commitment to the safety and well-being of its employees,
Rio Tinto provides access to crucial resources, including extra
paid leave, emergency accommodation, and financial support should
they encounter gender-based violence. Employees also receive
comprehensive training to provide safe and effective assistance
when needed.
This year, Rio Tinto is partnering with the following 15
organisations:
- Auberge de l’amitié, Roberval, Quebec
- Centre Femme aux 4 Vents, Sept-Îles, Quebec
- Centre le Volet des Femmes, Havre-Saint-Pierre, Quebec
- Elizabeth Fry Society, Prince George, British Columbia
- ITUM, Services de première ligne, Uashat mak Mani-Utenam,
Quebec
- Ksan House Society, Terrace, British Columbia
- La Chambrée, Jonquière, Quebec
- La Fondation Y des Femmes, Montreal, Quebec
- La Maison d’hébergement S.O.S. Jeunesse, Jonquière, Quebec
- La Maison la Grande Ourse Montérégie, Sorel-Tracy, Quebec
- Labrador West Status of Women, Labrador City, Newfoundland and
Labrador
- Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal, Montreal, Quebec
- Regroupement Mamit Innuat, Havre-Saint-Pierre, Quebec
- SOS Violence Conjugale, Montreal, Quebec
- The Northern Mosaic Network, Yellowknife, Northwest
Territories
Notes to editors
Recognizing domestic violence is critical and can help save a
life. If someone shares that they have 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.
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