KELOWNA, BC—Aiming to combat a “disturbing” rise in visible hate against the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Kelowna and beyond, a local advocacy organization is spearheading a colourful initiative. The Kelowna Billboard Project is a positive messaging campaign aimed at the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, via a series of billboards with art and uplifting Read more…
With the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia taking place on May 17th, Advocacy Canada joined over 80 civil society organizations to launch the #Act4QueerSafety campaign calling on the Government of Canada to address rising anti-2SLGBTQIA+ hate.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about mental health issues and the importance of seeking help when needed. This year, it is important to highlight the specific challenges faced by the queer community in accessing mental health resources, especially in the current climate where they Read more…