COSTI e-Module-3 Survey for ISC 2025

Recognizing the High-Risk Factors for Femicide

COSTI Immigrant Services would like to request you to complete a survey to review the e-module on “Recognizing the High-Risk Factors for Femicide.” It is part of the Neighbours, Friends and Families campaign funded by the Government of Ontario to educate and encourage bystanders to support women experiencing intimate partner violence.

The purpose of this survey is to help COSTI plan future projects and resources.

This survey should take 15-20 minutes. Your participation is strictly voluntary. You can stop at any time. All your responses will be collected anonymously.

If you have any questions, please send email at: ISC@costi.org

Please note that some information in this survey may be distressing. If you need to talk to someone, please reach out to Good to Talk, a free, confidential support service for post-secondary students in Ontario, available 24/7. Call 1-866-925-5454 or text "GOOD2TALKON" to 686868.

By responding to the questions, you are verifying that you have read the introduction and are voluntarily agreeing to participate.

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* 1. To show our appreciation for your time and effort, we are pleased to offer the first 100 respondents an e-gift card. Please note that in order to receive the e-gift card, we will need your contact information, which will be kept strictly confidential and used only for the purpose of delivering the gift card to you.

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* 2. Please answer the following questions

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After completing the e-module, I know more about gender-based violence leading to death of women in romantic relationships.	After completing the e-module, I know more about gender-based violence leading to death of women in romantic relationships. Yes	After completing the e-module, I know more about gender-based violence leading to death of women in romantic relationships. No	After completing the e-module, I know more about gender-based violence leading to death of women in romantic relationships. Maybe
After completing the e-module, I know 10 high-risk factors for femicide.	After completing the e-module, I know 10 high-risk factors for femicide. Yes	After completing the e-module, I know 10 high-risk factors for femicide. No	After completing the e-module, I know 10 high-risk factors for femicide. Maybe
After completing the e-module, I know how to respond to a woman who discloses that she is in an abusive relationship.	After completing the e-module, I know how to respond to a woman who discloses that she is in an abusive relationship. Yes	After completing the e-module, I know how to respond to a woman who discloses that she is in an abusive relationship. No	After completing the e-module, I know how to respond to a woman who discloses that she is in an abusive relationship. Maybe
After completing the e-module, I know what to do if I suspect a woman living in an abusive relationship is in danger of being killed.	After completing the e-module, I know what to do if I suspect a woman living in an abusive relationship is in danger of being killed. Yes	After completing the e-module, I know what to do if I suspect a woman living in an abusive relationship is in danger of being killed. No	After completing the e-module, I know what to do if I suspect a woman living in an abusive relationship is in danger of being killed. Maybe
After completing the e-module, I know where to find help for a woman who is in an abusive relationship.	After completing the e-module, I know where to find help for a woman who is in an abusive relationship. Yes	After completing the e-module, I know where to find help for a woman who is in an abusive relationship. No	After completing the e-module, I know where to find help for a woman who is in an abusive relationship. Maybe

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* 3. CASE SCENARIO

Read the case scenario and then answer the questions below.

Nadia met Harry after coming to Canada as an international student. Harry was charming and supportive, helping her adjust to a new country. After Nadia moved in with Harry, he became increasingly controlling. He wanted to know where she was going and with whom. He demanded access to her phone and email passwords, claiming "love means trust." If she hesitated, he accused her of hiding things or being unfaithful. He also discouraged her from speaking with her family or friends, calling them "a distraction."

Harry continued to pressure her into sexual activities she was uncomfortable with. When she refused, he would give her the silent treatment or mock her, calling her "backward" or "prudish." He ridiculed her accent and culture and made her feel embarrassed about her background.

He closed her personal bank account and insisted that her scholarship and part-time income go into their joint account. Any attempt to question any expenses would lead to accusations of selfishness or unfounded threats to report her to the college for a student visa based on fake papers.

Recently, Harry lost his job and began drinking heavily. During arguments, he started punching walls and once threw a chair across the room. One night, after an intense fight, he grabbed Nadia by the neck so hard it left bruises. When she finally managed to push him away, he broke down crying, begged for forgiveness, and swore it would never happen again.

Nadia discovered a handgun in his drawer while putting away laundry. Harry told her he needed it for "protection" because he didn’t trust anyone. He started making chilling comments like, “If you ever leave me, I don’t know what I’d do… but it wouldn’t be good.”

Nadia confided in you, terrified. She’s afraid to leave because she believes Harry will hurt or even kill her. She doesn’t know her legal rights or where to turn for help, and she’s terrified that speaking up will affect her student visa. She also fears no one will believe her because Harry presents himself as kind and charming to others.

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* 4. RECOGNIZE
What types of abuse do you observe? Tick all that apply.

Controlling behavior

Digital abuse

Emotional abuse

Financial abuse

Physical abuse

Psychological abuse

Sexual abuse

Spiritual abuse

Verbal abuse

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* 5. RECOGNIZE
Which high-risk factors for femicide do you observe? Tick all that apply.

History of abuse

Separation

Access to weapons

Pregnancy

Strangulation

Uncontrolled substance use

Threats to kill

Threats or attempts of suicide

Jealousy and possessiveness

Unemployment or financial stress

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* 6. RESPOND
As a friend, how would you respond to Nadia when she told you about her situation? Tick all that apply.

Tell her she should have left him ages ago.

Tell her that you would go with her to the school counselor if she wished to get help dealing with the situation.

Tell her that you would speak to Harry and tell him to leave you alone.

Tell her that it’s a good thing her parents did not know about Harry or they would have worried about her.

Tell her she was not to blame for Harry’s behavior.

Tell her not to worry because the police will put Harry in jail.

Tell her that you would support her in whatever she wanted to do next.

Tell her that there was help available on campus, but if she would rather go somewhere else, you would look for community agencies that would help.

Tell her to concentrate on her studies and put it behind her.

COSTI e-Module-3 Survey for ISC 2025

Recognizing the High-Risk Factors for Femicide

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* 2. Please answer the following questions

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* 4. RECOGNIZEWhat types of abuse do you observe? Tick all that apply.

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* 5. RECOGNIZEWhich high-risk factors for femicide do you observe? Tick all that apply.

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* 6. RESPONDAs a friend, how would you respond to Nadia when she told you about her situation? Tick all that apply.

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* 7. REFERWhere would you suggest she go to ask for information or assistance? Write as many as you think apply.

* 4. RECOGNIZE
What types of abuse do you observe? Tick all that apply.

* 5. RECOGNIZE
Which high-risk factors for femicide do you observe? Tick all that apply.

* 6. RESPOND
As a friend, how would you respond to Nadia when she told you about her situation? Tick all that apply.

* 7. REFER
Where would you suggest she go to ask for information or assistance? Write as many as you think apply.