These parents turned agony of losing daughters to intimate partner violence into missions to help others

Brett Broadfoot of London, Ont., admits he didn't know much about intimate partner violence and its prevalence until his daughter was killed last month, but now he and his family have made it their purpose to advocate for survivors and those lost. They're among those who've turned grief into advocacy to heal themselves and others. 

These parents turned agony of losing daughters to intimate partner violence into missions to help others
Brett and Jessica Broadfoot at a vigil on July 24, 2024 for their daughter Breanna, 17, who was fatally stabbed in a case police have linked to domestic violence. They are among families advocating for education on intimate partner violence and legislative change.

Brett Broadfoot of London, Ont., admits he didn't know much about intimate partner violence and its prevalence until his daughter was killed last month, but now he and his family have made it their purpose to advocate for survivors and those lost. They're among those who've turned grief into advocacy to heal themselves and others.