February 22 is marked as National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Every year, February 22 is a day to encourage Canadians to “raise awareness of the magnitude of modern-day slavery in Canada and abroad and to …
Efforts we are taking to build trust in African, Caribbean, and Black communities.
Building trust with the ACB (African, Caribbean, and Black) community is essential for SafeLink Alberta. ACB communities face significant stigma based on gender, race, culture, and sexual orientation. All of these experiences lead to significant …
Black History Month: Why We Serve African, Caribbean, and Black Communities.
SafeLink Alberta is a non-profit organization that has been serving and advocating for priority populations in Calgary and southern Alberta since 1983. Our mission is to reduce the risks associated with sexual activity and substance …
Marking the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation: Must-Attend Events in Calgary & Medicine Hat
Medicine Hat Events Medicine Hat College National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Saturday, September 30th | 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. | Medicine Hat College (299 College Dr SE Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6) Medicine …
Defying Hate: Statement of Support for 2SLGBTQIA+ Communities
SafeLink Alberta wishes to express our unwavering support for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. It disturbs us to witness the hostility towards Trans people and the resurgence of homophobic views in Alberta. It’s important to acknowledge the emotional …
SafeLink Alberta Calgary Pride Guide
The time has come once again to gather and celebrate the diversity that is Calgary without Pride 2023 community engagement events.SafeLink Alberta (formerly HIV Community Link) is preparing for Pride and engaging our community with …
SafeLink Alberta Responds to Involuntary Treatments
Calgary, Alberta, April 19, 2023 – With legislation being considered that would place individuals who use substances into treatment without consent, SafeLink Alberta advocates for a human-rights based approach that would support individuals as people …
Is It a Crime to be HIV+?
This blog was written and created by Chris McBain, Education Coordinator at SafeLink Alberta. For more resources on HIV non-disclosure, visit the HIV Legal Network. The current HIV non-disclosure laws (HNDLs) in Canada have been …
SafeLink Alberta’s Statement Against Anti-Trans, Homophobic, and Anti-2SLGBTQIA+ Sentiment in Alberta
SafeLink Alberta is an organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. We have been closely monitoring the recent increase in anti-trans, homophobic, and anti-2SLGBTQIA+ rhetoric and sentiment in Calgary and Alberta, and we …
Black History Month 2023 – Revisiting K The Chosen
Black History Month is a time to reflect on the legacy of black activists, celebrate their achievements, and commemorate those who came before and paved the way for all people of African descent. It is …