Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak about an innovative North American project that involves ending violence against women. In our united quest to end violence against women, the involvement of men and boys is significant.
Since 2001, men from across Canada and the United States have boldly stepped into a pair of stilettos to “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” to stop violence against women.
I respectfully request all of my colleagues to participate in this event in their communities. It is organized by the YWCAs across our country. YWCA Canada advocates improving the lives of women and girls. One of its top priorities is to stop violence against women.
Together, women and men, boys and girls, we can and will end violence against women and improve the quality of life for all Canadians in communities across the country.
Yes, Mr. Speaker, I have done the walk in my riding, and I did it in a pair of stilettos.