Interconnectedness Initiative key findings and next steps
Eight mental health and settlement agencies in Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island are joining forces to support survivors of torture and their communities.
The Interconnectedness Initiative: A collaborative initiative to support survivors of torture
Through the collective efforts of the VCST, stakeholders, supporters, and funders, these ten identified actions will be fulfilled to support survivors of torture, their families, and their communities.
Announcing our phone line for community members
The VCST pilot phone line is a resource for community members that identify as torture survivors.
After Arrival
This film showcases the incredible journey of three LGBTQIA+ refugee claimants who have become leaders in our community.
Thank you MOSAIC and VAST
Vibrant in Vancouver: 10 days of short virtual wellness sessions for #refugee claimants and members of the wider community.
VCST and more at Vibrant in Vancouver
Thank you MOSAIC and VAST (Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture) for featuring Victoria Coalition for Survivors of Torture.
Videos from Vibrant in Vancouver
Thank you MOSAIC and VAST (Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture) for featuring Victoria Coalition for Survivors of Torture.
After Arrival, trailer
This film showcases the incredible journey of three LGBTQIA+ refugee claimants who have become leaders in our community. It gives a glimpse into the experience of Dennis Juarez, Kristi Pinderi (he/him), and Norma Lize.
Resettlement and Resilience – An Evening with Mohammed Alsaleh & Sari Alesh
Wednesday, November 28On November 28th, VCST partnered with Disaster Aid Canada to present internationally recognized, Syrian-Canadian speaker Mohammed Alsaleh shared some of his stories while together we explore the topic…
Remembering Peter Golden
We are profoundly saddened by the passing of Peter Golden, a co-founder and long-time board member of Victoria Coalition for Survivors of Torture. For over thirty years, Peter served as…
Constance on the Edge film screening and AGM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25th, 2017Greater Victoria Public Library Central Branch, Community Meeting Room VCST proudly presented Constance on the Edge, a film that follows a Sudanese Family for 10 years from refugee…
Excited to Support World Refugee Day!
How can we change the conversation about refugees and others seeking protection? Explore, be curious, learn and celebrate with us on World Refugee Day, June 20th. We are working with…