| EIIP Virtual Library User-Submitted Document | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Document Type: Paper | Phase: PREP | ||
| Title: Emergency Preparedness in British Columbia: Mitigating Violence Against Women in Disasters | |||
| Author: Enarson, Elaine | Affiliation: UBC Disaster Preparedness Resources Centre | ||
|
Abstract:
This report raises a new emergency planning issue for communities across British Columbia. In consultation with key stakeholders (see Appendix 1), policies and procedures in emergency management and women’s services were reviewed to identify system gaps and propose strategic changes mitigating violence against women in disasters.
The review concluded that the life safety of women in provincial emergencies is at risk. A consistent, province-wide initiative is essential to effectively mitigate violence against women in the event of a major disaster. This is an excerpt from the full report. The full report with appendices may be requested from Tracy Porteous, BC Association of Specialized Victim Assistance and Counseling Programs. Contact information is provided at the end of the text. | |||
| Date: 3/31/99 | Name: violence.doc | File Format: doc | File Size: 27KB |
| Instructions: This is an uncompressed Word 6.0 file. | |||