Literacy encompasses many different forms and can be used in many different aspects of life. It extends beyond the ability to read and understand words on a page. In this excerpt, there are some key definitions of various kinds of literacy. Read here: bit.ly/42pDuVm

Join us for the Edmonton Social Planning Council's 83rd Annual General Meeting! Learn more and register here: bit.ly/42xikVc

The 2022 Alberta Child Poverty Report is out now! Produced by the ESPC and PIA, this year’s report explores some of the current issues faced by children living in poverty, addressing household employment and access to basic needs. Read now: bit.ly/42EZBah

The affordability of food is a growing concern for many households. The effects of high inflation and food insecurity are more prevalent today than in the recent past; the information provided in the 2023 Canada Food Report is more relevant than ever. bit.ly/3OjnkIX

Join us for our 83rd Annual General Meeting next week! Learn more and register here: bit.ly/42xikVc

Join us for our Lunch & Learn next month on What Happens When a Survivor Reports a Hate Crime or Incident to an Organization in Edmonton? Register here: bit.ly/3WtOkre

Join our team! We currently have 2 positions we are hiring for; for more information, click the links below! Capacity Support Coordinator: bit.ly/438AAoi Capacity Support Assistant: bit.ly/42e0bea

Our 83rd Annual General Meeting with keynote speaker Kate Quinn from CEASE is tomorrow! Learn more and register here: bit.ly/42xikVc

This report examines what barriers and facilitators exist for obtaining stable, safe, and long-term housing for 2SLGBTQ+ youth. Read here: bit.ly/3C4Ezq7

Happy Pride Month! During this time, we continue advocating for gender and sexual equity and actively pursuing a safe and inclusive society for everyone. In June, we also celebrate all those in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and their achievements. #pridemonth #yeg #pride🌈

As settlers and non-Indigenous persons on this land we have a responsibility to recognize there was history long before contact. Indigenous Peoples had governance, justice, health care, education, community, food security, and family systems guided by their worldview.

The summer edition of CM is out now!⁠ For this issue, we are focusing on Justice. This publication seeks to critically examine the myriad ways the justice system affects many marginalized populations and how the situation can be ameliorated. Read here: bit.ly/3oNEfJb

Happy Seniors' Week, a time dedicated to thanking and recognizing seniors! Our toolkit is a resource for senior serving organizations and seniors to work towards implementing more welcoming and inclusive practices and policies. Learn more: bit.ly/3YRE3ET

In contribution to National Indigenous History Month and reconciliation, here are some resources written or spoken by Indigenous Peoples. We hope you take the time to explore these valuable works and others. Read here: bit.ly/42DP7Y1

ESPC congratulates Edmonton Public Schools for their efforts to collect and report greater demographic data from students. This is an important step towards a greater understanding of students' needs. Read here: bit.ly/42OqEiE

With research guided by interviews and a literature review of best practices, the toolkit provides a checklist for organizations to assess the state of inclusion within their operations. Read here: bit.ly/43P2Oou

To combat heterosexism, we need to learn and engage in materials to understand the beauty and diversity of gender and sexualities. In solidarity with the 2SLGBTQ+ community, listed are some resources to facilitate further conversation and understanding. bit.ly/3NJhos3

Join us for our Lunch & Learn next month on Sexual Violence: An Exploration of Root Causes and Intervention with the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton Register here: bit.ly/3PwpJRa

Vital Topic: Hunger Happens Here is out now. Produced in partnership with Edmonton Community Foundation, this Vital Topic examines the issue of food security in Edmonton. Read the full report here: bit.ly/432hBe3

We're hiring! ESPC is seeking an Executive Assistant. Main job duties will involve providing administrative, office management and light bookkeeping duties. The successful candidate will report to the Executive Director. Learn more: bit.ly/3PxJTu3