Salal Sexual Violence Support Centre
Supporting Survivors, Shifting Society
Since 1983, Salal has been here for survivors in Vancouver, British Columbia.
We’re dedicated to supporting survivors on their healing journey and working toward a future free from sexualized violence.
Our Values
We are intersectional feminists who acknowledge and name systems of oppression and the impact of colonialism on Indigenous and other marginalized communities.
We are non-judgemental. We create spaces for survivors to define their needs without judgement.
We are visionary. We are leaders at the forefront of service provision and social change.
We are survivor-centered. We honour that survivors are experts of their experiences and have the right to choose their own paths to healing and justice.
We are accountable. We respond to calls for action from the communities we serve and recognize our opportunities for growth.
We are inclusive. We honour and center different ways of being and knowing.
Our Mission
We are a feminist, anti-oppressive, decolonizing Sexual Violence Support Centre operating on unceded Coast Salish Territories.
We provide support services to survivors of sexualized violence with shared experiences of gender oppression: women, Two-Spirit, trans, non-binary, and gender diverse people. We advocate for social and systemic change through education, outreach and activism.
Salal’s Vision
A Future Free From Sexualized Violence
We work to build a better future by offering support services to survivors of sexual assault and by advocating for a greater understanding of the root causes of violence.
Supporting Survivors
We provide both crisis support and ongoing support for survivors of sexual assault, including:
Immediate Support
(Call, Text & Chat)
Individual Counselling & Support Circles
Legal & Reporting
Support
Post Assault Health Care & Hospital Accompaniment
Indigenous Support
Program
We support women, Two-Spirit, trans, non-binary, and gender diverse people.
We take intentional steps to ensure our support is not only inclusive, but also affirming and responsive to the specific needs of Indigenous, Black, and peoples of colour, trans and gender diverse survivors, and sex workers, communities who continue to face additional systemic barriers when seeking support.
Shifting Society
We advocate for social and systemic change through education, outreach, and activism.
We do this through:
Training for teachers, service providers, and professionals
Workshops for high school and post-secondary students
Challenging oppressive systems
Building collective strategies to support survivors.
Salal’s Annual Reports
At Salal, we love keeping you in the loop.
Our annual reports share our work, so you can follow our journey and join us in making a difference.
View our annual reports to learn more.
The Role Of Our Board of Directors
Our volunteer Board of Directors leads with strategic vision, expertise, and financial acumen.
They are committed to supporting survivors and driving systemic change through oversight and governance.
If you’re interested in supporting survivors by joining our board, we invite you to learn more.
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