Ms. Lorris Herenda, CEO of Yellow Brick House, provides valuable insights into the complexities of domestic violence, including its predictors, available resources for survivors and their families, and the ongoing funding challenges shelters face. In this compelling interview, Ms. Herenda shares her expertise on addressing domestic violence, supporting survivors, and sustaining life-saving services. Yellow Brick House delivers critical prevention programs while promoting diversity, equity, inclusivity, and safety. Their work aims to challenge sexism, aggression, and oppression, offering hope and essential support to those affected by abuse.
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About Your Speaker:
Lorris Herenda is the Chief Executive Officer of Yellow Brick House. She joined Yellow Brick House in 2004 and has doubled the agency scope in delivery of shelter services, community counseling, and supportive services. Lorris is the co-chair of the York Region Violence Against Women Coordinating Committee and Treasurer of the board of the Ontario Association Interval and Transitional Housing (OAITH). She is the 2013 recipient of the Attorney General Victim Services Award of Distinction. In 2012 and 2008, she won the Province of Ontario award “Leading Women, Building Communities” for her exceptional community leadership to improve the lives of women and girls in Ontario. In 2021, she has been nominated for the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award.
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