Backgrounder

April 17, 2009

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Here’s what people are saying about the new program to better support victims of domestic violence in London’s Muslim community:

“This project will offer help to more victims and children affected by domestic violence, and will further develop the many community relationships that have resulted from the Muslim Family Safety Project.”
– Khalil Ramal, MPP London-Fanshawe  

“This unique project is important for London’s Muslim community.  It will help to break the cycle of violence for families dealing with woman abuse and better support victims in their healing.”
– Deb Matthews, MPP London North Centre

“I’m very pleased that the Ontario government is funding this important project to build the capacity for leadership within London’s Muslim community and to raise awareness for victims of domestic violence.”
– Dr. Peter Jaffe, Academic Director, Centre for Research and Education on Violence Against Women and Children, University of Western Ontario

"We are pleased that this funding will help to expand upon the groundbreaking work of the Muslim Family Safety Project to build capacity in the Muslim community to address domestic violence."
– Barb MacQuarrie, Community Director, Centre for Research and Education on Violence Against Women and Children, University of Western Ontario

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