A Positive Mind
For Social Change

Serving people of African Ancestry at disproportionate risk for, infected and affected by HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis-B (HBV), Hepatitis-C (HCV), including LGBTQIA+ people, sex workers, newcomers, and people experiencing mental illness, substance use, and other related challenges related to their socio-structural determinants of health.

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Black Youth Justice
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We are currently recruiting Advisory Committee members!

Help shape the Black Youth Justice Professional Training Lab and contribute your knowledge, experience, and perspectives to improve support for Black youth in British Columbia.

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Who We Are

Serving people of African Ancestry at disproportionate risk for, infected and affected by HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis-B (HBV), Hepatitis-C (HCV), including LGBTQIA+ people, sex workers, newcomers, and people experiencing mental illness, substance use, and other related challenges related to their socio-structural determinants of health.

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  • Education

    One-to-one education on HIV/AIDS including treatment options

  • Assistance

    Assistance and orientation to local resources, such as African stores

  • Advocacy

    and referrals for immigration and settlement related problems such as housing

  • Support

    for individuals with mental health challenges, alcohol and drug prevention programs, and leadership training for peer supporters.

  • Counselling

    Pre-and post-test counselling services, ensuring you receive the guidance you need throughout your journey.

  • Reaching Out

    to individuals both at home and in hospitals, including treatment check-ins and establish connections with isolated individuals...

What is HIV/AIDS?

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection, making a person more vulnerable to other infections and diseases.

Undetectable=Untransmitable

Access to early HIV testing and immediate treatment improves quality of life for people living with HIV and curbs transmission. Pioneered at the BC-CfE by Dr. Julio Montaner, Treatment as Prevention®, or TasP® , is a proven effective strategy for controlling the HIV and AIDS epidemic.

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Join us to improve life for refugees and immigrants in BC

We educate the community at large and respect confidentiality, acceptance of the service and continued participation in organizational activities and follow up.

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