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Youth leaders reducing the impact of HIV and Hep C & related stigma on youth in BC since 1994. Our programs include Yúusnewas, Mycelium, and Positive Programs.

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linkhttp://www.youthco.org/mission calendar_today12-07-2010 21:57:32

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#ResistStigma: We can have important conversations about how to prevent transmission by using condoms or PreP, getting tested regularly or being open about our status with our partners. Learn more at youthco.org.

#ResistStigma: We can have important conversations about how to prevent transmission by using condoms or PreP, getting tested regularly or being open about our status with our partners. Learn more at youthco.org.
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Furqan Waleed est un défenseur des jeunes vivant avec le VIH qui lutte contre la criminalisation du virus. Responsable des prog. positifs à YouthCO, il offre un espace sûr aux jeunes vivant avec le VIH ou l’hépatite C pour rencontrer d’autres jeunes et obtenir du soutien.

Furqan Waleed est un défenseur des jeunes vivant avec le VIH qui lutte contre la criminalisation du virus. Responsable des prog. positifs à <a href="/YouthCO/">YouthCO</a>, il offre un espace sûr aux jeunes vivant avec le VIH ou l’hépatite C pour rencontrer d’autres jeunes et obtenir du soutien.
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Furqan Waleed is an advocate for youth living with HIV who fights against the criminalization of the virus. As manager of the Positive Program at YouthCO, Furqan provides a safe space for youth living with HIV and/or Hep C to meet other youth, challenge stigma, and get support.

Furqan Waleed is an advocate for youth living with HIV who fights against the criminalization of the virus. As manager of the Positive Program at <a href="/YouthCO/">YouthCO</a>, Furqan provides a safe space for youth living with HIV and/or Hep C to meet other youth, challenge stigma, and get support.
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Desirability plays a major role in our experiences of relationships and community. Our understanding of sexual health is incomplete without an understanding of how desirability shows up in our lives. This is one of our favourite pieces, by Samantha Nock gutsmagazine.ca/decrying-desir…

Desirability plays a major role in our experiences of relationships and community. Our understanding of sexual health is incomplete without an understanding of how desirability shows up in our lives. This is one of our favourite pieces, by Samantha Nock gutsmagazine.ca/decrying-desir…
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The Health Peers recently did an interview with YouthCO where they discuss HIV/AIDS stigma. Watch the full video on our YouTube channel: i.sfu.ca/mZWIKd

The Health Peers recently did an interview with <a href="/YouthCO/">YouthCO</a> where they discuss HIV/AIDS stigma. Watch the full video on our YouTube channel: i.sfu.ca/mZWIKd
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Gardening season is here, and serves as a great reminder to consider the ways in which we can establish a healthy relationship with food. Here are 6 tips as shared by Well for Culture! wellforculture.com/blog/2020/1/16…

Gardening season is here, and serves as a great reminder to consider the ways in which we can establish a healthy relationship with food. Here are 6 tips as shared by Well for Culture! wellforculture.com/blog/2020/1/16…
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Applications for Mycelium’s next Core Group cycle are now available. Core Group is a space for those interested in learning more about HIV & Hep C and how these viruses become complicated through systems of oppression. Apply by RSVPing at youthco.org/myc_cg2021 by July 11.

Applications for Mycelium’s next Core Group cycle are now available. Core Group is a space for those interested in learning more about HIV &amp; Hep C and how these viruses become complicated through systems of oppression. Apply by RSVPing at youthco.org/myc_cg2021 by July 11.
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Applications for Mycelium’s next Core Group Cycle are now available. Core Group is a space for those interested in learning more about HIV & Hep C and how these viruses become complicated through systems of oppression. Apply by RSVPing at youthco.org/myc_cg2021 by July 11.

Applications for Mycelium’s next Core Group Cycle are now available. Core Group is a space for those interested in learning more about HIV &amp; Hep C and how these viruses become complicated through systems of oppression.  Apply by RSVPing at youthco.org/myc_cg2021 by July 11.
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Are you passionate about YouthCO, leadership, and reducing the impact of HIV and Hep C stigma? We’re seeking dedicated folks between the ages of 18-29 to join the Board of Directors at YouthCO. Learn more about the team at youthco.org/boarddirectors. Applications open until July 16.

Are you passionate about YouthCO, leadership, and reducing the impact of HIV and Hep C stigma? We’re seeking dedicated folks between the ages of 18-29 to join the Board of Directors at YouthCO. Learn more about the team at youthco.org/boarddirectors. Applications open until July 16.
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Applications for Mycelium's next Core Group cycle are now available. Core Group is a space for those interested in learning more about HIV & Hep C and how these viruses become complicated through systems of oppression. Apply by RSVPing at youthco.org/myc_cg2021 by July 11.

Applications for Mycelium's next Core Group cycle are now available. Core Group is a space for those interested in learning more about HIV &amp; Hep C and how these viruses become complicated through systems of oppression. Apply by RSVPing at youthco.org/myc_cg2021 by July 11.
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Join us for Taken: The Swiss Account! We will be connecting on Zoom to get to know each other and play in teams for puzzle-solving experience from Escape Manor. RSVP at youthco.org.

Join us for Taken: The Swiss Account! We will be connecting on Zoom to get to know each other and play in teams for puzzle-solving experience from Escape Manor. RSVP at youthco.org.
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Centring youth perspectives is necessary when it comes to sex ed. Too many youth in BC are not getting the sex ed they need to make informed decisions. Sex ed content they are receiving needs to be better. Learn more about how we can improve at youthco.org/sexedisourrigh….

Centring youth perspectives is necessary when it comes to sex ed. Too many youth in BC are not getting the sex ed they need to make informed decisions. Sex ed content they are receiving needs to be better. Learn more about how we can improve at youthco.org/sexedisourrigh….
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Music Bingo at YouthCO is an opportunity for youth living with HIV and/or Hep C to connect and have some fun competing in a bingo game that will test our music knowledge!  September 25, 2:00-4:00PM. Register at YouthCO.org. We can’t wait to see you there!

Music Bingo at YouthCO is an opportunity for youth living with HIV and/or Hep C to connect and have some fun competing in a bingo game that will test our music knowledge!  September 25, 2:00-4:00PM. Register at YouthCO.org. We can’t wait to see you there!
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At YouthCO, We have strong beliefs that shape our approach to addressing HIV and Hep C stigma, and we believe it is important to share these ideas often! Learn more about our ideas, priorities, and perspectives at youthco.org/ourvoices.

At YouthCO, We have strong beliefs that shape our approach to addressing HIV and Hep C stigma, and we believe it is important to share these ideas often! Learn more about our ideas, priorities, and perspectives at youthco.org/ourvoices.
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Join us on Sept 25 for Music Bingo—an opportunity for youth living with HIV and/or Hep C to connect and have some fun competing in a bingo game that will test our music knowledge! Use your knowledge of music, HIV, and Hep C for a chance to win prizes! youthco.org.

Join us on Sept 25 for Music Bingo—an opportunity for youth living with HIV and/or Hep C to connect and have some fun competing in a bingo game that will test our music knowledge! Use your knowledge of music, HIV, and Hep C for a chance to win prizes!  youthco.org.
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Earlier this month, we recognized #WorldSexualHealthDay. This year’s theme—Turn it on: Sexual health in a digital world—taught us to reflect on the interconnected nature of sexual and digital health. For more information, visit worldsexualhealth.net #sexualhealth#sexeducation

Earlier this month, we recognized #WorldSexualHealthDay.  This year’s theme—Turn it on: Sexual health in a digital world—taught us to reflect on the interconnected nature of sexual and digital health. For more information, visit worldsexualhealth.net

#sexualhealth#sexeducation
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For some of us, the dosing schedule of long-acting #HIV medications means privacy, safety, consistency, and convenience. Learn more at youthco.org!

For some of us, the dosing schedule of long-acting #HIV medications means privacy, safety, consistency, and convenience. Learn more at youthco.org!