Fonds 10-191 - Fern Martin (Lanark County Interval House) fonds

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Fern Martin (Lanark County Interval House) fonds

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CA ON0034 10-191

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43.59 cm of textual records

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([195?-])

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Born in Canada, Fern Martin dedicated 26 years of service at Lanark County Interval House, supporting women and children facing domestic violence and abuse. In 1996, she was honored with the YWCA “Woman of Distinction” award for her relentless efforts to combat violence against women and published her book, “A Narrow Doorway,” the same year. Martin is renowned for her columns addressing sexual violence, abuse, and harassment, including the controversial 1994 Georgie Porgie series. Her writing also shed light on tragic instances of women lost to male violence, raising critical awareness. Alongside her writing, Martin has served as a crisis counsellor at Lanark County Interval House since 1979 and has creatively engaged in activism through collaborations with artists at “Artsfusion” and designing t-shirts for Pakenham Rural Route that celebrate the women’s movement. While retiring from Lanark County Interval House in 2005, she continues to passionately advocate for and support women facing violence.

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This collection provides a comprehensive look at Lanark County Interval House's mission to support victims of violence, particularly women and children. It includes detailed program notes and documents outlining their services and support strategies from 1979-2005. The collection features columns examining the impact of male violence on women, drawing insights from personal narratives and community engagements. It also commemorates Interval House's milestones and advocacy efforts, reflecting its commitment to enhancing support for abuse victims.

Additionally, the collection showcases themed scrapbooks with newspaper clippings on sensitive topics such as child abuse, family violence, sexual violence, battered women, and harassment cases, offering detailed insights and contextual information on these critical issues.

Furthermore, the collection highlights the t-shirt designs of Pakenham Rural Route, serving as Fern Martin's entrepreneurial endeavor. It includes design stencils, catalogues detailing product options, and a 1993 purple t-shirt, illustrating her dedication to promoting awareness.

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The records were brought to be donated by Fern Martin to Archives and Special Collections in May 2024.

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