Written by Alisha Ostberg, Edited by Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi On Red Dress Day—Canada’s National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People—we honour the lives stolen and commit to action …
Making Waves with Volunteerism: The Heart of SafeLink Alberta
This blog was written by Jax Dowdell for National Volunteer Week. Edited by Alisha Ostberg. At SafeLink Alberta, our mission is to reduce the harms associated with sexual activity and substance use by offering low-barrier, …
What You Need to Know About the Vertical Transmission of Syphilis
This blog was written by Chelsea Gadd, Registered Nurse and Meghan Walker, Well Case Manager. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STBBI) that has increased in Canada in recent years, especially in Alberta. Syphilis is …
Daring Social Work: Challenging Norms for Justice Transformation
This blog was written by Kayla Smith, Systems Navigator for Social Work Awareness Month. Edited by Alisha Ostberg. Introduction: Social Work Awareness Month March is Social Work Awareness Month! In honour of that, I (Kayla, …
Black History Month: A Conversation with Mariam Lawal
Written by Alisha Ostberg and Edited by Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi. Black History Month is more than a time for reflection; it is a call to action. It is a moment to recognize our strength and …
Love, Lust, and Safer Intimacy: A Valentine’s Day Check-In
This blog was written by the Community Outreach Coordinator. Editing by Alisha Ostberg and Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi. Is That “Love” in the Air or Are You Just Happy to See Me? February always brings to …
A Brief History of African, Black, and Caribbean (ACB) HIV Activism in Canada
Written by Alisha Ostberg and Edited by Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi The history of HIV activism in Canada is intertwined with the fight for racial justice, particularly within African, Black and Caribbean (ACB) communities. Since the …
Remembering HIV – 40 Years of Advancements, Still No Cure.
This blog was written by MR – PHA. Editing by Alisha Ostberg and Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi. In 1982, people died alone, with limited or no support or resources, including a health care system with respect …
How SafeLink Alberta Works with People with Living or Lived Experience
This blog was written by Alisha Ostberg, Olga Sydorchuk, and a SafeLink Alberta Systems Navigator. Editing by Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi. What is Living/Lived Experience? Living/Lived experience refers to the firsthand knowledge and insights individuals gain …
National Coming Out Day – Sharing Calgary’s Stories
Today, on National Coming Out Day, we celebrate the bravery of those who embrace their identities and live openly as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. For many adults, being 2SLGBTQIA+ includes significant challenges, including increased …