The Public Policy Institute kicked off its fifth session of the year today with a welcome address by Scott Lunny, Director of United Steelworkers District 3, this month's #uwppi session sponsor.

Thank you Scott for setting the example for this amazing group of change makers!

United Way British Columbia's Period Promise is tackling period poverty head on, with support from Pacific Blue Cross. You can make a difference this May, by making a donation online, or by connecting with a period product collection near you.

Head to bit.ly/4dIomZa to find out more.

United Way BC aims to collect up to 500,000 period products—or the equivalent in financial donations—as part of its 2024 Period Promise campaign presented by Pacific Blue Cross in partnership with CUPE 1816.

You can help: uwbc.ca/program/period…

#PeriodPoverty #PeriodPromise

United, we can make a difference.
Thank you to our dedicated provincial sponsors Pacific Blue Cross, Always, Clark Wilson LLP and CUPE BC for their unwavering leadership and support of #PeriodPromise . Together, we can #endperiodpoverty .
Donate today: uwbc.ca/periodpromise.

On the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, we pledge to uplift and centre the voices of LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Let's continue to work towards a world that is truly inclusive, respectful, and welcoming for all. 💛🏳️‍🌈

#IDAHOBIT 2024 #IDAHOBIT

Today on #MoosehideCampaignDay , we stand in solidarity against violence. We honour the resilience of Indigenous peoples and reaffirm our dedication to creating safer, more compassionate communities for all.
#MooseHideCampaign #FastToEndViolence #Reconciliation

We're so excited BC Ferries has joined the #PeriodPromise campaign! Their commitment to providing free menstrual products for all passengers is a big step towards ending #PeriodPoverty in BC. Thank you!

Students, workers, and single parents are especially hard hit by rising costs due to inflation. Let’s make period products more accessible for those who face tough choices.

You can help: uwbc.ca/periodpromise

#PeriodPromise #UnitedWayBC
Pacific Blue Cross

A huge shout out to Always and Tampax for donating an incredible amount of pads and tampons to our #PeriodPromise campaign. Their contribution will go a long way to ensure menstrual products are accessible to all!

Want to follow their lead? Learn more: uwbc.ca/program/period…

We've joined the United Way British Columbia #PeriodPromise which aligns with our commitment to expand the availability of no-cost menstrual products on our ferries and at our terminals, including now in all our all-gender washrooms.

Learn more 👇
uwbc.ca/program/period…

Our Critical Food Infrastructure Grant closes tomorrow, May 14, at 12 PM PDT. This United Way British Columbia grant supports community-led food infrastructure projects aimed at overcoming barriers limiting food access.

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Due to lack of access to period products, people who menstruate will often stay home and bleed in private. This means missed opportunities to learn, work, contribute or enjoy life. You can help: uwbc.ca/period-promise/

#UnitedWayBC #PeriodPoverty #PeriodPromise
Pacific Blue Cross

United Way British Columbia has teamed up with community agencies to create a tailored resource: The Emergency Preparedness Guide: What Seniors Need to Know, funded by BC Government News. As we mark #EmergencyPreparednessWeek , download the guidebook today at bit.ly/3WmZ3pg

🌟 Calling all future leaders! 🌟

Take the reins in shaping a brighter tomorrow. Whether it's advocating for social justice, championing environmental causes, or spreading kindness in the neighbourhood! Join the BNH Future Leaders Youth Program sponsored by United Way British Columbia💪

At #UnitedWayBC , we're committed to fostering the mental well-being of children and youth in our communities. Read more: uwbc.ca/stories/2023/h…

This #ChildAndYouthMentalHealthDay , let’s bring the joy back to childhood. 🌈 Learn more and give today: uwbc.ca/campaign/joy/

Did you catch us on CBC discussing our new emergency preparedness guides? Listen in here! bit.ly/3ybTiAU
Check out the guides: bit.ly/3WmZ3pg
Emergency Preparedness Week is a time for all of us to consider what we would do in times of crisis. ❤️

United Way British Columbia's Public Policy Institute proudly welcomes United Steelworkers as a session sponsor of our May cohort. Their sponsorship of #uwppi is a great example of their dedication to helping make positive social change possible. uwbc.ca/public-policy-…

United Way British Columbia is proud to sponsor the 2024 BC Non-Profit Leadership Conference on June 6-7, 2024, hosted by Vantage Point! If you’re a non-profit partner, read more about the conference and secure your ticket today. bossvancouver.ca #2024BCNPLC

Did you know 50% of people who menstruate have struggled to buy period products at some point? We are proud to join United Way British Columbia in this year's Period Promise campaign, collecting donations and items May 1-31st to eliminate period poverty. Join here: bit.ly/periodpromise8…

Wondering how you can get involved in this year's #PeriodPromise campaign, or where to drop off your period product donations in #Kamloops ? Check out the article below!
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