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Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program for the Halifax area:
902-425-0122

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1in6

"The mission of 1in6 is to help men who have had unwanted or abusive sexual experiences live healthier, happier lives. [Its] mission also includes serving family members, friends, partners, and service providers by providing information and support resources on the web and in the community." 1in6.org hosts weekly chat-based support groups that can be accessed through this website.

Man Talk

Man Talk is "A confidential, emotionally supportive group for male victims of sexual abuse." The webpage explains that "ManTalk is offered in an open format; once someone completes an intake he is welcome to attend as often as he likes. Many members come for awhile, take a break, and return as needed. We meet twice monthly. [...] Men who are not yet ready or otherwise not a fit for group are usually offered individual counselling." See the link for contact information. Man Talk is located in Halifax Regional Municipality.

Gender-Based Violence Prevention Project (YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

As explained on this page, "Made possible thanks to the support from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth launched a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Project (GBVP) through the YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs. The project began in September 2017 with a focus on working with newcomer children, youth, and families to raise awareness about gender-based violence and how to access available resources within their community. The project also focuses on capacity building of service providers to engage, support and better understand how gender-based violence impacts newcomer communities. Programming developed through the GBVP focuses on building healthy relationships, strong families, and providing information about preventing gender-based violence." This program has effectively engaged young men as well as young women.

Moose Hide Campaign

As stated on the website, “The Moose Hide Campaign is a grassroots movement of Indigenous and non-Indigenous men and boys who are standing up against violence towards women and children.” The website presents numerous larger and smaller ways for individuals and institutions to get involved.

1in6

"The mission of 1in6 is to help men who have had unwanted or abusive sexual experiences live healthier, happier lives. [Its] mission also includes serving family members, friends, partners, and service providers by providing information and support resources on the web and in the community." 1in6.org hosts weekly chat-based support groups that can be accessed through this website.

The Halifax Sexual Health Centre

The Halifax Sexual Health Centre offers workshops, consultations, presentations, and health fair tables tailored to audiences of any age level and to a range of topics.

DSU Survivor Support

Dalhousie Student Union's Survivor Support Centre offers a Sexual Assault & Harassment Phone Line for all Dalhousie University and King's College students. The phone line offers confidential, anonymous, non-judgmental, active listening, and resource navigation services for students who have experienced, or have been impacted by sexualized violence. You are not required to give any identifying information to receive support. Call 902-425-1066 between 11am-7pm, 7 days a week, to be connected for support.

Keep.meSAFE

Keep.meSAFe is a Mental Wellness Student Support Program offered by the insurance company guard.me. Students can only access this service if their university pays for access to it. According to the Keep.meSAFE website, "keep.meSAFE’s innovative Student Support Program (SSP) helps students by promoting early intervention and 24/7 access to mental health support. We help students manage their mental health so they can fully participate in academic life and complete their studies. keep.meSAFE is the first support program to use linguistically and culturally matched licensed clinicians, providing your students a welcoming place where they are comfortable to seek help."

Naseeha

Naseeha is a mental health hotline and so much more. 7 days a week we answer calls from around the world from Muslim and non-muslims. Naseeha Mental Health has been a great bridge for individuals who are going through life’s challenges. Where hope is lost, Naseeha is found. We provide a safe zone for youths and individuals to talk and get the help they need. We provide workshops to youth across North America, web therapy sessions, and offer texting mental health support 7 days a week.