Blue Print Project: a radio and popular education series to raise awareness about gendered violence

From October 11th to April 17th, Radio CKUT and the 2110 Centre for Gender Advocacy are inviting young women and girls from all communities, backgrounds and of all abilities to take part in a collective, creative radio project. Twelve workshops on gender based violence at the 2110 Centre for Gender Advocacy and twelve workshops on making radio at CKUT. No experience needed. Registration is free.

Next Up:

Systemic Violence against Native Women in Canada
February 7th from 6-8 PM
Solidarity 101: This teach-in will delve into the role of the media, police and justice systems in perpetuating violence against Native Women. We will also be discussing the role allies can play.

Women in Conflict with the Law (with the Elizabeth Fry Society)
February 21st from 6-8 PM
Kim Pate, the Executive Director of the Canadian Association of Elizabeth Fry Societies and Dee, the programmer of Prison Radio on Radio CKUT will discuss the right of access to equal opportunities and programs for women in the justice system. They will also discuss the right to justice without fear of systemic prejudice or discrimination on the basis of such factors as sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion and freedom of conscience, social or economic condition.

Gendered Violence and Trans’ communities  
March 6th from 6-8 PM
This workshop will challenge your understanding of gender and shed light on some of the struggles faced by Trans’ people.  We will discuss gender identities and expressions, terms, definitions as well as the role of allies in creating a safer, more inclusive environment for all.

Gender Inclusive Cities  – A Walking Tour and Safety Audit (with
Women in Cities)
March 20th from 6-8 PM
Where do we feel safe/unsafe and why? Join us for a tour of the city and embark upon a participatory safety audit (bring your cameras, notepads etc!) This workshop is aimed at promoting gender inclusive access to public spaces.

Teen Dating and Violence (with the South Asian Women’s Community
 Centre)  
April 3rd from 6-8 PM
An interactive workshop on teen dating and violence,  including an
overview of what violence means, and examples of violence within
teenage couples. The discussion will delve into cultural contexts,
including that of young south Asian couples.  The presentation will
incorporate storytelling, and group work and will touch upon the role
of technology in transforming how we interact with each other and how
we define a relationship.

Find Your Talk,  Raise Your Voice Art and Activism (with Ravensara)
April 17th from 6-8 PM
This workshop mixes protest and rebellion with the beauty of expression. Giving prompts relating to themes such as social justice and gender, participants will be invited to explore their unique voice through song and spoken word.

To get involved on the radio-making side of things, contact CKUT for more info, at 514-448-4041 x 6788, or portialarlee@gmail.com