Thank you, Madam Chair.
I would like to start by saying thank you so very much to our witnesses for being here today and for sharing these shocking and painful stories. It's very hurtful to hear that this can be happening in the Canadian Armed Forces. It's very true what you say, which is that it affects all of us as Canadians—every single one of us. All of us on this committee are thankful to you wholeheartedly. It takes a lot of courage and wisdom to come and share your experiences, despite being treated the way you were and shunned. Whatever you went through, you are here today. You are strong women. You are an inspiration to all of us.
I see how you went through these experiences and you continue to fight. You have undefeatable spirits. Thank you so much for your service to our country.
I'm sorry. I'm getting emotional. We all feel it. I see all my colleagues' faces on the screens. Thank you so much. Please never ever give up. We are here for you. One of my colleagues said that as politicians, but also as community we are here for you.
Ms. Tulloch, I'd like to start with you, please.
Can you please tell us a little bit about what you think is important for people to know? Especially women and those marginalized who are coming into the armed forces and who are in the armed forces, what message would you like to give them?