The Silent Witness Project

Warning: This collection does not include images of violence, but it contains records involving domestic violence, physical harm, stalking and other forms of abuse and harassment. We acknowledge that this content may be difficult to view and read and potentially distressing to viewers with similar experiences. While using our materials, please take care of your well-being and safety.

This collection contains all of the records related to the ACWS's version of The Silent Witness Project. Silent Witness originated in New Brunswick but has since been adopted by and adapted to other provinces such as Alberta. The objectives of a Silent Witness program are:

To remember...

by honouring people who have been murdered by a spouse, partner or acquaintance.

To create awareness...

by sharing information in communities around the province about the nature and extent of family violence.

To promote action...

by profiling local resources that support people coping with violence in their lives and encouraging community and government action to end all forms of violence in our society. (Adapted from the Project Objectives page of the Silent Witness Project website)

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