On December 6, 1989, 14 young women were killedby a lone gunman at an engineering school in Montreal. The events of that day focused national attention on male violence against women. This year marks 20 years since the 14 women were killed on December 6 at Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal.

The Penticton & Area Women' s Centre intends to honour the memories the 14 women killed at Ecole Polytechnique, by fostering a dialogue with youth about human rights. This project will use art as a vehicle to provide participants with skills and tools to help build a healthy and safe society. We are looking for a few youth (14-20+), who are be interested in discussing human rights issues and designing and painting a mural for this project. The process will take place over two full-day sessions (November 29 and December 6th). Lunch is provided. Please contact Chandra Wong by phone (250) 493-6822 or email events@pawc.ca if you're interested or need more information.

Here are the details about the events being planned for
the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women (aka December 6th Vigil)

When: Wednesday, December9th, 2009
Times and locations:
6:30 pm – Candlelight Walk from the Penticton Indian Band Hall on Green Mountain Road
to the Penticton Okanagan College Campus on Duncan Avenue.
7:00 pm – Vigil Ceremonies at in the Penticton Okanagan College Courtyard.

The evening will also include:
– Unveiling of mural painted by youth in honor of December 6th.
– Panel discussion about current levels of violence against women in Penticton and Area, what is being done to address the violence, and what individuals can do to make a difference.
– Refreshments, music and time to talk with friends

Please contact Chandra Wong, Events Coordinator (250-493-6822) if you have any questions.

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