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We will continue to reach out to potential funders and apply for grants. We would like to continue offering this service to the communities that need support and healing.
#CoSA #VirtualCoSA #nomorevictims #nooneisdisposable #restorativejustice
August 7, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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It’s assumed that people who work in the field of sexual offence prevention/reduction are not bothered by the offences: au contraire, friends. It’s just that ‘accountability’ is a much more valuable word when it comes to upholding society’s role in ensuring #nomorevictims
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August 6, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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We’re missing 94% of the assaults, and 58% of the complaints can retraumatise the victim by making them prove themselves in the court room. What will you do to help the victims?
rcmp.ca/en/gazette/j...
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July 28, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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July is almost over, and it looks like Virtual CoSA is almost over, too. We haven't yet found further funding. If you know someone who would like to donate, please share the link! gofund.me/31bea670

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July 23, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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The stigma around sexual offending is such that researchers are ostracised for studying it, therapists are ostracised for treating offenders, and non-profits that support ex-offenders are denied funding.
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July 18, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Virtual CoSA has a new letter of support! Go to www.virtualcosa.ca to read letters from organisations and individuals who believe we play a significant role in reducing recidivism. #VirtualCoSA #nomorevictims #nooneisdisposable #reducerecidivism #genderedviolence
June 26, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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youtu.be/HhGDxSmsE58

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About CoSA Canada's Understanding Sexual Harms Training Materials
YouTube video by Virtual CoSA
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June 19, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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Trans people experience a huge amount of sexual violence. If our society is to eliminate sexual violence, we must eliminate it for _everyone_, because no one is disposable.
#CoSA #VirtualCoSA #nomorevictims #nooneisdisposable #sexualviolencepreventionmonth
transequality.org/sites/defaul...
May 27, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Society makes it extra difficult for males to express their emotions and speak up about any sexual harm they’ve experienced. Hold space for safe conversations about sexual violence.
rainn.org/articles/sex...
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May 26, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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The rate of SA against Indigenous women is approximately THREE TIMES HIGHER than among non-Indigenous women. Teach your loved ones that absolutely no one is disposable.
(canadianwomen.org/the-facts/se...)
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May 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Popular opinion is that women are the only ones who experience sexual harm. Not so. Check on your boys and men. Please.

(1in6.org)

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May 20, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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We must ensure people with disabilities are not bearing the burden of other people’s sexual needs if we’re to prevent sexual violence.
(www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/85-00...)
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May 15, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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Family, friends, acquaintances, and neighbours are more often the perpetrators of sexual harm than total strangers are. Reduce SA by teaching your community to not offend.
www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/85-00...
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May 12, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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We believe our clients should be able to face their victims in a Restorative Justice Circle and respond honestly to the questions. We are trained to deliver these materials, to prepare our clients for Restorative Justice. #CoSA #VirtualCoSA #nomorevictims #nooneisdisposable #restorativejustice
May 9, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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Sexual abuse in childhood is a major factor for future suicidal behaviour and can also be a source of post-traumatic stress disorder (www.suicideinfo.ca/local_resour...). #VirtualCoSA #nomorevictims #nooneisdisposable #restorativejustice
May 9, 2025 at 12:11 AM
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There are many reasons people don’t report sexual abuse, including fear of not being believed. It’s time to break the silence. Talk about sexual violence and sexual harm.
aasas.ca
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May 6, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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Primary prevention is the best way to reduce SA. Tell people about resources like Talking for Change (talkingforchange.ca). Let's stop using minors to fulfill adult needs. We can change our society for the better. #VirtualCoSA #nomorevictims #nooneisdisposable #sexualviolencepreventionmonth
May 5, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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There are no monsters. The people who cause sexual harm are often the people we love. We can hold them accountable for the harm they've caused while still loving them. Break the silence: speak out. #CoSA #VirtualCoSA #nomorevictims #nooneisdisposable #sexualviolencepreventionmonth
May 2, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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In 2021, the federal government of Canada introduced the Reduction of Recidivism Framework Act, clearly identifying the need for post-incarceration support. Where’s the funding? laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/R-4...
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May 1, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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In the 16 months since we started meetings, Virtual CoSA has begun 21 Circles. Of those, 86% have proven fully effective. #CoSA #VirtualCoSA #nomorevictims #nooneisdisposable
April 24, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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"Labels" by IanWC #CoSA #VirtualCoSA #nooneisdisposable
April 23, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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Virtual CoSA’s current source of funding runs out at the end of July. We’ve started a GoFundMe. Please share this link with anyone you think might be interested in donating: gofund.me/2e7c40b7
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April 21, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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We have a new video on YouTube! See what a volunteer says about working with Core Members and Circles of Support and Accountability. #virtualcosa #cosa #volunteering #nomorevictimsnooneisdisposable youtu.be/zESvb8p_12w?...
About Volunteering: by Andrea M.
YouTube video by Virtual CoSA
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April 4, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Sexual offending is always a choice. We don’t talk much about sexual offending (other than victim blaming). It’s time to bring sexual offending into the light. #CoSA #virtualCoSA #nomorevictims #nooneisdisposable #preventrecidivism #restorativejustice
February 5, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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Q: Why do you volunteer with CoSA?
A: "I was sexually assaulted when I was a teenager. For me, restorative justice is the best way to continue healing--and to heal the society that allowed this to happen to me." - a volunteer
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January 31, 2025 at 1:07 PM