We need to go beyond criminal law reform to end gender-based violence

For Bill C-16 to reach its full potential, it must be paired with a national action plan to engage and mobilize men and boys in violence prevention.
Sean Fraser
Justice Minister Sean Fraser’s Bill C-16 proposes significant and necessary reforms, writes Lana Wells.

The federal government's proposed legislation to address gender-based violence crimes is a vital change. But even the strongest laws will fall short if we don’t also engage and mobilize men and boys in violence prevention efforts.

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