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間眅埶AV recognized by Moose Hide Campaign for leadership in addressing gender-based violence

January 30, 2025

At a ceremony on January 20, 2025, representatives of the , a grassroots movement to end violence against women and children and all those along the gender continuum, presented 間眅埶AV (間眅埶AV) President Joy Johnson with a plaque in recognition of the work 間眅埶AV has undertaken as a Moose Hide Campaign Ambassador Campus, honouring its unwavering commitment to addressing gender-based violence and supporting Truth and Reconciliation efforts. 

This achievement reflects 間眅埶AV's sustained efforts to raise awareness about gender-based violence and support Truth and Reconciliation efforts through impactful events, education and community engagement at its Burnaby, Surrey and Vancouver campuses.

The Moose Hide Campaign is doing incredible work, and 間眅埶AV is proud to continue its partnership in supporting Indigenous-led efforts to eliminate gender-based violence, said 間眅埶AV President Joy Johnson. This recognition underscores our communitys commitment to Truth and Reconciliation, and we look forward to deepening this vital work together.

Raven Lacerte, Co-Founder of the Moose Hide Campaign, commended 間眅埶AVs leadership: 間眅埶AV exemplifies what Truth and Reconciliation in action truly means on a university campus. Their dedication to hosting meaningful events, fostering education and championing Indigenous-led initiatives is shaping a campus environment that inspires change and builds a stronger, more inclusive future. We also acknowledge the foundational contributions of Joanne Curry, Sobhana-Jaya Madhavan, and Ron Johnston, whose efforts have been instrumental in shaping this important work.

A Legacy of Advocacy and Action

間眅埶AV is committed to Upholding Truth and Reconciliation as a university priority and has actively supported the Moose Hide Campaign (MHC) for several years, becoming an MHC Ambassador and regularly hosting events on its campuses.

Since 2021, 間眅埶AVs leadership in partnering with the Moose Hide Campaign has driven tangible action against gender-based violence. By fostering education, supporting Indigenous-led initiatives and engaging their community, 間眅埶AV has set a powerful example. We are honoured to recognize 間眅埶AV as an Ambassador Campus for their continued commitment to this vital work, says Dr. Omar Karim, National Director of Post-Secondary Engagement & Initiatives for the Moose Hide Campaign and an 間眅埶AV alumnus.

Over this period, the university has distributed thousands of Moose Hide pins and has annually engaged its student population through in-person and digital awareness campaigns. In 2024, the university hosted an  at the Surrey campus, where 間眅埶AV President Joy Johnson, Chief Harley Chappell (Semiahmoo First Nation), Chris Lewis (間眅埶AV Indigenous Executive Lead), Jessica La Rochelle (Indigenous Student Centre), Belinda Karsen (Sexual Violence Support and Prevention Office) and other 間眅埶AV community members shared information about the campaign and work being done at 間眅埶AV to support it.

釦幛惚s&紳莉莽梯;Sexual Violence Support & Prevention (SVSPO) Office offers a range of supports and services to the university community. These include workshops and campaigns to educate the community and support prevention of incidents, as well as support, medical care and counselling for anyone who has experienced sexualized violence.

January is also Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the SVSPO has hosted a series of events throughout the month to raise awareness about sexual violence and to empower 間眅埶AV and Fraser International College students, faculty, staff and administrators to engage with this complex topic in meaningful ways.

釦幛惚s&紳莉莽梯;Indigenous Student Centre is dedicated to providing Indigenous students with programs and services that are unique, cultural and wholistic. With the student experience at the core of their work, the ISC offers a welcoming and inclusive space for Indigenous students to study, network connect with Elders, access additional supports such as academic success, health and counselling, and so much more.

In fall of 2025, the new First Peoples Gathering House will open at 間眅埶AVs Burnaby campus, providing a safe and welcoming Indigenous space on campus. This ceremonial space will serve as a focal point for the community, and a cultural hub for the use and education of all 間眅埶AV community members and visitors.

About the Moose Hide Campaign

The Moose Hide Campaign is a nationwide, Indigenous-led movement that began in British Columbia. It encourages all Canadiansespecially men and boysto stand against gender-based violence and take meaningful steps toward reconciliation. The movement centers on wearing the Moose Hide pin, symbolizing a personal commitment to ending violence and supporting healing efforts.

Moose Hide Campaign Day, held annually, calls on all Canadians to take collective action against violence. This year, Moose Hide Campaign Day will take place on May 15, 2025, inviting individuals and organizations to stand together in solidarity.

A Call to Action

間眅埶AV and the Moose Hide Campaign invite everyone to participate in this years campaign and take a stand against gender-based violence.

For more information and to register for Moose Hide Campaign Day, visit .

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