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Intimate partner violence (IPV) has substantial and potentially longstanding impacts on women’s health and well-being that disrupt their lives and those of children and families. Health professionals may not recognize, or dismiss these problems when women seek care. In this webinar, we explore the multiple and intersecting effects of trauma, violence and structural conditions on women’s health, safety and well-being, and identify factors that contribute to women’s healing and growth. Building on this understanding, and research on nursing interventions for women experiencing IPV, including iHEAL, evidence-based principles and strategies for promoting women’s health and well-being in the context of past or ongoing violence will be shared.

Marilyn Ford-Gilboe, RN, PhD, FAAN, FCAHS, FCAN has a background in women’s health and public health, with 30+ years of national research on identifying, preventing and reducing the harmful health, social and economic impacts of IPV against women, particularly for those who face barriers to support. Her passion for strengthening health system responses to women who have experienced violence and inequity led to the development of iHEAL, an effective health promotion intervention for women experiencing IPV that is now offered by Public Health Nurses in two Ontario health units. She also chairs the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) Best Practice Guidelines panel on Intimate Partner Violence.

The opinions expressed by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies or views of Public Health Ontario, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by Public Health Ontario.

Public Health Ontario Rounds are a self-approved group learning activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC). In order to receive written documentation for Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits, please check “Yes” beside the question “Do you require CME credits?” on the registration form.

College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) Affiliate Members may count RCPSC credits toward their Mainpro+ credit requirements. All other CFPC members may claim up to 50 Certified credits per cycle for participation in RCPSC MOC Section 1 accredited activities.

PHO Rounds are also approved by the Council of Professional Experience for professional development hours (PDHs) for members of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI).

For more information or for a record of registration for other Continuing Education purposes, please contact capacitybuilding@oahpp.ca.

Public Health Ontario is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodations to participate in this event, please contact 647-260-7100 or capacitybuilding@oahpp.ca.