Real Stories
IPV Story – Changing the Narrative
"My involvement in Mhaven is to change the narrative while helping to educate. Hope you will join me.”
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Find information, tools, and stories to help you feel safer, make sense of what’s happening, and see options for support, whether you’re affected by intimate partner violence, worried about your own behaviour, or supporting someone else. We are actively building our resources and are regularly adding new content, services, and supports. Use Incognito or Private Browsing mode for additional privacy.
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IPV Story – Recognizing the Cycle of Love and Abuse
"Sharing my experience now helps me connect with others, showing that healing and understanding are possible even after trauma."
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IPV Story – When I Finally Saw the Truth About My Marriage
"Very often when we hear the word ‘abuse’, we think of physical abuse. I know I thought this way until my experience.”
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IPV Story – Slowly Losing Myself, and Finding My Way Back
"Leaving was difficult, but through time, support, and rebuilding my self-worth, I was able to find my spark again and rediscover what a healthy relationship feels like."
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IPV Story – Healing Through the Shadows
"My experience has shaped me into the ambitious, driven and passionate person that I am today.”
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Community & Engagement
Community Engagement Events You May Find Helpful
Workshops, webinars, and community events can be an important part of safety, healing, and learning. Explore upcoming events from Mhaven and our partners.
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Mhaven 2027: From Vision to Action
Join us March 24-25, 2027 for this two-day community event that will bring together people working across gender-based violence (GBV) and intimate partner violence (IPV) research, prevention, response, support, and recovery.
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