FOSTA/SESTA is Gender-Based Violence
These days, like all days, it feels like there is so much harm happening in the world. Craigslist recently closed down all of its Personals sections (across all sites and locations in the world), Instagram…
Author: Serena
What is it like to volunteer with AVP?
As you may have heard, AVP’s annual volunteer training is beginning in May this year instead of September! If you are thinking of applying to volunteer with AVP, you may have already checked out the…
Volunteer with us in 2018!
Are you interested in volunteering with AVP? Here is your chance! We’ve been hard at work planning an exciting volunteer training program for 2018. This year, the training will cover topics such as consent, care,…
How dress codes reinforce systemic violence
Dress codes are messed up in many different ways. Schools, gyms, and businesses often use dress codes to encourage what they call “professionalism” in their spaces, and to limit distractions caused by outfits that some…
Myths and Truths about Gender-Inclusive Washrooms
This list was originally written in 2014 in response to the proposed “Bathroom Bills” initiated in the United States, as well as the ongoing violence experienced by trans women and other trans folks. While some…