Sexual Violence Awareness Month: Minister Aheer | Mois de sensibilisation à la violence sexuelle : ministre Aheer Minister of Culture, Multiculturalism and Status of Women Leela Sharon Aheer issued the following statement on sexual violence in Alberta: Some parts of this page will not display. JavaScript is not available in this browser or may be turned off. “Sexual violence has a ripple effect through our communities and affects every single one of us. The rise of sexual and family violence this past year shows that all Albertans must stay committed to supporting survivors, educating our youth and continuing to work towards a safer and more inclusive society. Sexual violence often lives in the shadows. We need to empower Albertans and local communities to say something when they see something.