We wanted sufficient advertising and media attention to this issue. Every time we had media or did campaigns through social media, our calls increased, and we're not the only ones who had that experience. That was really important for women to find a way. If they knew that services were available, they found a way to reach out.
We've been able to help women to leave, and I have to honour their courage. Imagine leaving your home and an abusive partner during a pandemic. Hundreds of women have done that in British Columbia, and we've been able to support many of them through Battered Women's Support Services.