Shelter Movers Provides Free Moving Services for Victims of Abuse
Justin Lam — July 6, 2018 — Social Good
References: sheltermovers & cbc
Leaving an abusive relationship can be dangerous and difficult but Shelter Movers is hoping to help victims easily pack up and escape these situations. Founded by Marc Hull-Jaquin, Shelter Movers was founded on the idea that a free moving service can make leaving abusers easier.
While Shelter Movers is available to anyone fleeing abuse, the service is generally called by women's shelters in Ottawa. According to Jaquin, "the value I think Shelter Movers brings — that they have a chance to keep their stuff — and that's one less thing to worry about." The work done by this organization ensures that victims do not have to confront their abusers, or flee in distress, while still keeping all of their possessions.
Before retrieving any possessions, Shelter Movers gathers information about each case and then coordinates with police, private security, storage companies and veterinarians if necessary.
While Shelter Movers is available to anyone fleeing abuse, the service is generally called by women's shelters in Ottawa. According to Jaquin, "the value I think Shelter Movers brings — that they have a chance to keep their stuff — and that's one less thing to worry about." The work done by this organization ensures that victims do not have to confront their abusers, or flee in distress, while still keeping all of their possessions.
Before retrieving any possessions, Shelter Movers gathers information about each case and then coordinates with police, private security, storage companies and veterinarians if necessary.
Trend Themes
1. Free Moving Services - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the development of free moving services in other cities and regions to support victims of abuse.
2. Collaborative Partnerships - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build collaborative partnerships with police, private security, and storage companies to streamline the moving process for abuse victims.
3. Technology-enabled Safety Measures - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Leverage technology to enhance safety measures during the moving process and provide real-time support to abuse victims.
Industry Implications
1. Nonprofit Organizations - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Nonprofit organizations can explore the creation of free moving services tailored to victims of abuse in their respective areas.
2. Security Services - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Security service providers can collaborate with organizations like Shelter Movers to enhance safety and protection for abuse victims during their move.
3. Technology Solutions - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Technology companies can develop innovative solutions to enhance safety, communication, and coordination in the moving process for abuse victims.
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