White Ribbon VA
About White Ribbon
White Ribbon VA is a national call to action to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence across the Department of Veterans Affairs by promoting a positive change in culture so that the actions outlined in the pledge become the organizational norm. White Ribbon VA is an awareness movement where All—regardless of their sex—can participate.
Background
White Ribbon VA was inspired by the White Ribbon organization which is the world’s largest movement of men and boys working to end violence against women and girls, and to promote healthy relationships. Since its inception in Toronto in 1991, the White Ribbon Campaign has spread to over 60 countries around the world, including college campuses, military bases and stations, and within a number of states across the country.
We invite you to join us in making a pledge to stop violence against others and to symbolically wear the white ribbon.
White Ribbon VA Pledge:
I, (your name), pledge to never commit, excuse or stay silent about sexual harassment,
sexual assault or domestic violence against others.
Podcast episode on White Ribbon VA:
This two-part episode of the Voice of Counseling features White Ribbon VA partners White Ribbon USA, American Counseling Association and American Psychological Association discussing the significance of the campaign and resources available to veterans and the public.
Guests:
- Eddy Fagundo, PhD, CRC, CVE
American Counseling Association - Veronika Mudra
White Ribbon USA - Kelley Haynes-Mendez, PsyD
American Psychological Association - Bridget Truman, PhD
VA Mental Health Services
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Contact information and resources
Contact the VHA Assault and Harassment Prevention Office:
For information about Intimate Partner Violence resources that are available to Veterans and their beneficiaries.