Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is everywhere, and it’s killing women. Current responses only react to the tragedy instead of preventing it. Step Forward wants to break the trend. Our programs, MenTOR and When Love Hurts, work together to address the before and after of IPV.

Meg Neufeld’s artwork, “Under One Sun”, reminds us that no matter our age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, diagnosis, religion, or socio-economic status—when we lead with kindness and empathy, we are stronger together.

Mental well-being is like a lifelong walk. Every day is another step requiring constant discipline, therapy, and self-awareness, and one bad day can ruin everything. The mental health walk is challenging for people with access to every resource and harder still for those without. That’s why people who walk beside those struggling with mental health are invaluable.

This isn’t just another charity walk for me. It’s personal. Deeply personal. I know what it’s like to suffer without support. I’ve seen the pain of those who didn’t get the help they needed. I’ve experienced the unbearable weight of believing your life might not be worth living.

At Step Forward Health Society, we believe that every woman deserves safety, dignity, and a life free from abuse. That’s why we’re delighted to announce the launch of our latest program cohort called When Love Hurts. This online program provides vital support and education for women who have experienced abuse in their intimate relationships, helping them understand past pain, connect with other women who share their experiences, and build a path forward.

Mental health challenges disproportionately affect 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, who face significantly higher rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation than their peers. Recognizing this critical need, the Step Forward Health Society recently launched a dedicated mental health support group for queer youth in Delta.