Building a community of support for survivors of political violence and torture
Through our community partnerships, our goal is to support survivors overcome the legacy of oppression and live with dignity.
What we do
We collaborate with health professionals, social service agencies, immigrant settlement workers and the broader community to ensure that the needs of survivors of torture are recognized and met at all levels.
Interconnectedness Initiative
Eight mental health and settlement agencies in Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island are joining forces to support survivors of torture and their communities.
The VCST is looking for a Project Manager for Phase III of the Interconnectedness Initiative, funded by the Victoria Foundation. Please view the Contract Posting below. Thank you for considering this important work.
Interested in learning more or getting involved?
Help us support survivors of torture in our community.
News, updates & events
Remembering Peter Golden
We are profoundly saddened by the passing of Peter Golden, a co-founder and long-time board…
Chasing Asylum – Documentary film screening
Presented with: University of Victoria Social Justice Studies Monday, March.19th 7:00pm-9:30pm University of Victoria – David…
Constance on the Edge film screening and AGM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25th, 2017Greater Victoria Public Library Central Branch, Community Meeting Room VCST proudly presented Constance…
Let’s Talk About Torture at the Canadian Bioethics Society Conference
Excited to Support World Refugee Day!
How can we change the conversation about refugees and others seeking protection? Explore, be curious,…
