We are grateful for some wonderful media coverage in November! This came as we launched our "Child Victims Can't Wait" campaign, prompted by having to start a waitlist for the first time since our non-profit began in 1981.
Check out these stories and interviews to learn more about the high demand for our services, how we help, and how we are striving to overcome our waitlist. Featured are Robin Heald (Executive Director), Laura Cook (Caseworker), and even one of our past clients.
- Waterloo Region Record front page story on Tuesday, November 21. "Surge in child abuse puts financial strain on Waterloo Region charity that supports child victims", covered by Jeff Outhit.
- CTV News Kitchener top story on Tuesday, November 21 evening news. "Child Witness Centre needs donations as sexual violence cases against youths rise", reported by Stefanie Davis and Alexandra Pinto.
- CBC Kitchener-Waterloo Craig Norris live radio interview on Tuesday, November 21. Also, an online article was published the same day: "For the 1st time in 40 years, Child Witness Centre is dealing with an overwhelming waitlist", written by James Chaarani.
- Bell Media Bounce 99.5 interview with Angie Hill & Kyle "The Sarge" McKone. Aired multiple times between November 15 and 28.
- CityNews 570 Mike Farwell Show: Thursday, November 23 interview (starts just over 2:30 into show).
A huge thank you to these media outlets and everyone involved in getting our message out! You are making a real difference for kids and their families, and our entire community.