Statement from the Society of Alberta Asexuals and Aromantics Board of Directors. This is in response to the recent announcement made by Premier Danielle Smith to implement new policies that will drastically impact the safety and health of trans children #ableg

In celebration of Aro Week, we have published a Zine! AROMANTICISM features original works from aro-spec folks across Alberta, sharing their stories & experiences. See the link in our bio for a PDF version. Prints are also available - email us to request one!

We're bringing (a)sexy education to "Science of Sex", held at Edmonton's Telus World of Science on Thursday! Hear our president speak at the Guest Experts Panel, or drop by our booth for Zines & activities to explore the split attraction model. Hope to see you there!

Two week warning for our AGM! Join us Sunday May 5 on Zoom, 2-4pm for updates on our advocacy work & operations this yr. (Note, only members can vote or run for the Board.) RSVP today! Full details on our website abacesandaros.ca/agm - hope to see you there 💜💚

When I talk about the infantalization of single people (as an aromantic and asexual activist) this is what I am talking about Alberta Aces and Aros

Board candidates have now been posted to the website! But we're running low - esp. need a Secretary-Treasurer. See website for details, and contact Rowan if you have any questions or want to add your name.

At our AGM last week, we elected a new Board! Don't hesitate to say hi if you see them at events: their role is to connect with the community, and your voices help shape SAAA's direction. You can also email them (link in bio). Big plans ahead for the year, stay tuned 🎉

Summary of events for July! Meet us in Edmonton, Calgary, or online this month. See our website for more details: abacesandaros.ca

Reminder for our Split Attraction Workshop tonight, 7-9pm on Zoom! Come learn about the variance of human attraction and explore the role it plays in your own life. This event is open to the public; all are welcome. Link in bio. 💚💜

We have recently finished migrating our website to a new platform! Thank you for your patience while we were under construction. Check out the new website at abacesandaros.ca - we hope you enjoy it and find it more accessible.💚💜

Summary of events for August! Lots of YYC activity as we amp up for Calgary Pride. Book Club and other online events will resume in Sept. See link in bio for details 💜💚

Summary of events for September! Calgary Pride, meetups in Calgary & Edmonton, and a few online events this month, including an "Aces & Aros 101" educational workshop (open to the public). More info on our calendar 💜💚 linktr.ee/abacesandaros

Calling all A-specs & Allies: join us at Calgary Pride on Sept 1! We have a Marching Group in the parade, and an Observers Group cheering on from the street. RSVP online to stay in the loop with any updates 🌈 linktr.ee/abacesandaros

We had a blast at #CalgaryPride 🌈 Aces & Aros are often misunderstood, and being visible at Pride is so important for us to assert that we are here, we are valid, we are the A in 2SLGBTQIA+ 💜💚 More photos on our Facebook/Instagram! Link in bio for upcoming events!

Join us on Tues Sept 18, 7-8pm for a free online public workshop: Asexuality & Aromanticism 101. If you're new to a-spec identities, have questions, or want to better support the a-specs in your life, this will be a great place for you to learn! RSVP on our website, link in bio.

Event summary for October! 2 online events (Book Club & Game Night), plus in-person meetups in Red Deer & Edmonton. Full details are in our calendar - link in bio. See you there 💚💜

Our 2024 Community Survey is now live! If you live in Alberta (or have lived here within the past year) and identify on the asexual/aromantic spectrum, please fill it out - link in bio. This is an anonymous survey and invaluable for our continued advocacy work in AB.

Event summary for December: in-person in Calgary & Edmonton, as well as 2 online events this month! Link in bio for details, and don't forget to fill out our Alberta A-Specs Survey too! Thank you💚💜

To celebrate 10 years of the Alberta Aces & Aros, we're launching a new Zine! All creative works are welcome; whether you want to look to the past or future, we invite you to reflect on your own identity & a-spec journey. Submission deadline Jan 25. Link in bio for details 💜💚