We address and challenge all forms of oppression that affect women in intersecting, compounding and distinct ways. These systems of oppression take many forms, including patriarchy, gender norms, white supremacy, xenophobia, ableism, ageism, homophobia, transphobia, classism, and colonialism.

We recognize that colonialism, both historical and ongoing, continues to subject Indigenous women and girls to violence, harm, and socio-economic disadvantage. We are committed to advancing decolonization in all aspects of our work and to working in solidarity with Indigenous women’s organizations and communities.

We use the term women inclusively. Further, we recognize that patriarchy and gender-based discrimination impact the rights, dignity, and well-being of not only cisgender women but also of transgender, Two-Spirit, gender non-binary and gender-non-conforming individuals. We seek to act in solidarity with organizations advancing substantive equality and gender justice broadly defined.

As a legal organization, we are committed to partnering with other feminist, Indigenous, and social justice organizations in a manner that recognizes our own privilege and power. We aspire to be good allies: to listen, to foster mutual respect and to amplify the voices of those in our movements and communities that have been historically silenced or disadvantaged. This requires us to be generous with our own expertise and to value the distinct expertise and experiences of allies working alongside and with us to advance substantive equality in Canada.