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La Violence Conjugale Chez Les Lesbiennes: L'expérience D'un Groupe Communautaire Québécois

Publication: Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health
September 2003

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La violence conjugale chez les gais et les lesbiennes est un champs de pratique et d'études en émergence. Le Groupe d'intervention en violence conjugale chez les lesbiennes (GIVCL) est le premier groupe francophone québécois à intervenir auprès des lesbiennes victimes de violence conjugale. Créé à partir d'un constat de manque d'aide et de ressources facilement accessibles et adaptées aux lesbiennes, le GIVCL offre des groupes de soutien structurés aux victimes de violence conjugale, des sessions de formation et d'information sur la question et participe à la recherche dans ce domaine. Cet article présente le programme d'intervention du GIVCL, discute des limites du programme et propose des pistes qui pourraient favoriser le développement de services encore mieux adaptés aux besoins de la communauté lesbienne.

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Intervention and research in same-sex relationship domestic violence is a newly emerging field. The Groupe d'intervention en violence conjugale chez les lesbiennes (GIVCL) is the first francophone community organization in Quebec to provide support for lesbians who are victims of domestic violence. Realizing that there were very few resources and services adapted to the specific needs of lesbians, the GIVCL provides support groups for victims, offers training sessions, and participates in research in this area. The GIVCL seeks to share its experience and concerns with other groups. This article outlines the GIVCL's program, discusses the growth and limitations of the program, and suggests approaches that can lead to the development of services that are better adapted to the needs of the lesbian community.

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cover image Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health
Canadian Journal of Community Mental Health
Volume 22Number 2September 2003
Pages: 123 - 134

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Version of record online: 12 Mai 2009

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Suzie Bordeleau
Groupe d'intervention en violence conjugale chez les lesbiennes (GIVCL)
Karol O'brien
Groupe d'intervention en violence conjugale chez les lesbiennes (GIVCL)

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