What are the possible consequences of a breach of confidentiality?

The Endangerment

Imagine for a moment that, during a conversation or event, you disclose one of our addresses. At that moment, you may have just enabled an abuser to locate a resident and/or user, putting her, her family, and the organization’s staff in danger. What we risk: vandalism, break-ins, harassment, threats, intimidation, assaults, femicide.

Stigmatization

You feel the need to discuss the situation of a resident and/or user, and without ill intentions, you share information. What you may not know is that within the group, there might be someone who knows this woman and will promptly spread her initially confidential situation within her circle. What we risk: marginalization, vulnerability, disruption of social ties, integration difficulties, isolation, persecution complex.

Discrediting

In a group, outside of La Maison, you confide in the situation of a resident and/or user you are acquainted with. Unfortunately, a former user or resident, a person affiliated with one of our partner organizations, or a prospective user is present and reports your indiscretion within her network. What we risk: the breakdown of trust, a tarnished reputation, the loss of potential users, discouraging a woman from seeking help or resources, unprofessional conduct.

Therefore, we kindly urge you to respect the confidentiality of all information related to La Maison. Your commitment to confidentiality helps maintain a safe and welcoming environment for the women and children we support. Together, we can preserve La Maison as a trusted refuge for those in need.

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