Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.
- Margaret Mead
Leave Out Violence (LOVE) is an award winning, not-for-profit, grass roots youth organization that is an effective means of social change, providing hope, motivation and opportunity to thousands of young people. LOVE volunteers learn to channel their experiences with violence to develop the skills to become local leaders against violence.
Posted: June 26th, 2010 under Abuse & Assault, Activism, Awareness & Action, Bullying, Random Stuff We Like.
SFU offers a clinic, vaccinations, counselling and physiotherapy to currently enrolled students but also features some excellent web-based resources, including interactive blogs on nutrition & sexual health, a resource list with info on popular health topics and audio/video recordings for use in relaxation, yoga and mindfulness exercises.
Posted: June 25th, 2010 under General Health Issues, Random Stuff We Like, Sex & Sexual Health.
The Youth Centre is a drop–in centre in Millenium Place that hosts activities for youth 13–18, with games, internet access and much more.
Posted: October 18th, 2008 under Random Stuff We Like, Resources.
Formerly known separately as BC Nurse Line, Dial-A-Dietitian, Pharmacist After Hours, and BC HealthGuide, Healthlink BC is one central number for 24-hour non-emergency health info: 8-1-1. Nurses are available 24/7; Pharmacists 5pm-9am every day; and dietitians from 9a-5p weekdays.
Posted: June 12th, 2008 under General Health Issues, Random Stuff We Like, Resources, Youth Clinics.
The Redwire Native Youth Media Society is a collective of Native youth that aims to create uncensored media in which Native youth can find and express their creative voice.
Posted: June 12th, 2008 under First Nations Services, Random Stuff We Like, Resources.
Provides confidential, anonymous counselling over the phone, or via questions posted online. Website provides space to share stories and connect with other youth, as well as a Topic Library about common issues and concerns facing children and youth.
Posted: June 12th, 2008 under Counseling & Supports, Random Stuff We Like, Resources.