FOR SUPPORT WORKERS
We provide mentorship, training, and guidance for support workers and family law advocates in British Columbia
This includes:
A family law support line
Mentorship opportunities
Our community partner model
Our services are for all front line workers, including anti violence workers, family law advocates, outreach workers, and support workers, as well as those from Legal Aid, MCFD, and policing. We believe that everyone who works with clients should have access to family law information.
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Rise provides a dedicated Family Advocate Support Line (FASL) for support workers and family law advocates. The phone-line is for client-related questions regarding family law matters in BC. Our lawyer offers knowledgeable guidance through a culturally responsive and trauma-informed approach, helping advocates and support workers deliver high-quality care. This includes informed advice, meaningful support, and access to appropriate resources. Email risefast@womenslegalcentre.ca to access our booking link
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Rise provides many mentorship opportunities for support workers and advocates, including a dedicated Family Advocate Mentor position. The Mentor is an experienced family law advocate and legal navigator able to provide specialized support and training. Email risefast@womenslegalcentre.ca to access mentorship opportunities.
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For organizations and support workers located outside of the Lower Mainland, our community partner model provides local support, access to safe spaces, and help implementing legal advice for clients seeking virtual services with Rise. It also provides support, mentorship, and learning opportunities for support workers in smaller communities. Support workers at community partners have access to unique and tailored training opportunities designed to help improve their knowledge of the family law system and their ability to support clients navigating it.
If you are interested in becoming a community partner, email our Manager of Community Engagement and Systemic Change, Stephanie Melnyk, at smelnyk@womenslegalcentre.ca
You can access more information about our Virtual Legal Clinic (VLC) here.
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You can assist your clients in filling our our online appointment request form on our for clients page. If you have further questions, email clc@womenslegalcentre.ca if you’re located in the Lower Mainland, and vlc@womenslegalcentre.ca if you’re outside of the Lower Mainland.
Our Upcoming Trainings
Exclusive Occupancy
October 28, 1.00 PM - 2.30 PM (PCT)
Speaker: Gabrielle Clark, Rise Women's Legal Centre
Sharing a family residence with your spouse while going through separation or divorce proceedings can be difficult and even become impossible. Join our in-house lawyer, Gabrielle Clark, for an informative session on the Exclusive Occupancy process. If you are seeking more information about what exclusive occupancy entails, how to apply, and the reasons you might want to apply, this is a session you won't want to miss.
Tech Safety
November 25, 1.00 PM - 2.30 PM (PCT)
Speaker: Rhiannon Wong, Women's Shelter Canada
Join Rhiannon Wong as she presents on how to support clients who have tech safety concerns. Attendees can expect a thoughtful discussion technology-facilitated gender-based violence and tips on how to spot and address tech safety in the work of family law advocates and support workers.
Reach out to education@womenslegalcentre.ca if you are a support worker looking to access these trainings.
