Interconnectedness Initiative

The Interconnectedness Initiative brings together 12 mental health and settlement services agencies across Greater Victoria and Metro Vancouver to support surivivors of torture and their families.

As a coalition of agencies and individuals responding to the needs of survivors, VCST’s Interconnectedness Initiative works to increase public awareness of survivors in our communities. Our participatory action research (PAR) informs sector-wide strategies for systemic change, while our collaborative professional events share knowledge and foster trust within our community of member organizations. 

Working in community

The agencies we’re proud to work alongside include: 

  • The Vancouver Association for Survivors of Torture (VAST)
  • Vancouver Island Counseling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR)
  • DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society (DCRS)
  • Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)
  • Inter-Cultural Association (ICA)
  • Rainbow Refugee
  • Anglican Diocese of Islands and Inlets – Refugee Program
  • Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre (VIRCS)
  • Victoria Sexual Assault Centre
  • Men’s Therapy Centre
  • Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society (CVIMS)
  • Cowichan Intercultural Society (CIS)

Fourth Case Conference Report

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The fourth case conference of the I.I. took place on March 27, 2025, with the participation of 13 people from seven organizations

Funded by the Victoria Foundation

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