Programs and Projects - Understanding Family & Immigration Law through E-Learning
The purpose of this project is to pilot an online course designed to introduce VAW (violence against women) front-line workers to the most critical family, immigration and refugee law issues for women leaving abusive relationships. It will provide participants with current, relevant and accessible legal information so that they can assist their clients in navigating the legal system.
Project course objectives:
- To present information about family, immigration and refugee law that is relevant to and reflective of the needs of women leaving abusive relationships
- To provide an intersectional analysis for the teaching, that acknowledges the very different social locations of women, especially those women who are marginalized for one or more reasons, and the impact this has on their interaction with the legal system and related services and supports
- To provide legal information that is current, accurate and realistic
- To make clear the difference between legal information and legal advice and to establish that this information is NOT a replacement for legal advice and representation
- To provide Increased knowledge and ability to access legal information as it applies to violence against women
- To increase the effectiveness of participants in interventions in situations where woman abuse is suspected or has been identified
The 10-week pilot course was delivered online through York University, Division of Continuing Education, from April to June 2008. An extensive evaluation process will determine next steps for the project and online learning at Springtide Resources.
Funder / Funding Information:
This project is generously supported by a grant from The Law Foundation of Ontario
Partner Name: York University, Division of Continuing Education, Atkinson College
Partner Website: http://www.atkinson.yorku.ca/~dce/
Associated Staff: Catharine Butler, Project Coordinator, 416-968-3422 ext. 25, cbutler@womanabuseprevention.com
Related Resources
Topic: Canadian Family, Immigration and Refugee Legislation relevant to women experiencing and/or fleeing violence and their advocates
Topic: Financial Issues
Topic: Child Protection
Topic: Custody and Access
Topic: General Information
Topic: Introduction to Family Law
Topic: Marriage and Divorce
Fact Sheet: The Affidavit
Fact Sheet: Alternative Dispute Resolution
Fact Sheet: Access to Legal Representation
Fact Sheet: Child Protection
Fact Sheet: Child Support
Fact Sheet: Common Access Problems
Fact Sheet: Common Criminal Legal Terms
Fact Sheet: Common Family Law Terms
Fact Sheet: Common Law Relationships
Fact Sheet: Custody and Access
Fact Sheet: Divorce
Fact Sheet: Domestic Contracts
Fact Sheet: Family Law Overview
Fact Sheet: Marriage
Fact Sheet: Mobility
Fact Sheet: Stalking and Family Law
Fact Sheet: Spousal Support
Fact Sheet: Property Division
Fact Sheet: Duty To Report (Feb 2009)
Bill 133 Summary
Fact Sheet: Common Criminal Charges in VAW Cases (Feb. 2009)
