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On February 11 2010, John Yates, Director of International Child Care was interviewed on CBC's 'The Current'.   Click the link here to take you to CBC's The Current
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Be a VOICE
for those who aren't often heard
VOICE for AIDS (VfA) is an advocacy program created by SIM Canada that seeks to educate Canadians about HIV/AIDS so that they can influence their communities. HIV/AIDS is not a "them” issue, but affects us all.
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If you think becoming a 'VOICE' or an 'ADVOCATE' for HIV/AIDS might be a good fit for you please contact
SIM's Public Educator, Naomi Brown.

 
You can also find VfA on Facebook at 'Be A Voice'

Most Canadians know very little about HIV/AIDS and yet we play a vital role in its eradication both here in Canada and overseas. Our mission is to continue to spread awareness and advocacy across Canada, partnering with existing groups and organizations, as well as with new educators coast to coast.

The rates of HIV/AIDS in Canada are growing. HIV does not differentiate based on sexual orientation, religion, skin colour, age, or wealth. We must protect ourselves, and discover ways to support others. We must mobilize our friends, colleagues and community groups to take action; breaking down the fear which hides HIV in our communities, and equip ourselves to take radical action to help others in Canada and overseas.

We are committed to increase the education and awareness of Canadians on issues related to HIV/AIDS, helping facilitate people to take action in their personal lives, and within their communities. We ask that volunteers come on as advocates an search out through their social networks places for the VfA program to speak and set up presenations within their communities.

Become a 'Voice'
Lead, participate, plan and implement initiatives to publicize issues surrounding HIV/AIDS like organizing and participating in coffee parties, campaigns, fundraisers, and car washes, etc.

If you think that becoming a 'VOICE' might be a good fit for you email Naomi with your details.

If you are an Ontario secondary school student, volunteering as a 'VOICE' may be an option for you to fulfill your 40 hours of voluntary community service. Email Naomi with your details.

A 'Voice' can
make a difference by:

  • Participating in VfA campaigns – monthly and yearly.
  • Participating in activities online or at their school or youth group.
  • Organizing or participating in a fundraiser.
  • Being mobilized and educating others through Facebook, blog sites, Twitter, and other social media.
NOTE: Voices need to complete and sign a waiver form.

Become an 'Advocate'

Educate and promote VOICE for AIDS in your community by raising awareness and educating your peers. You could teach in a class, a youth group, a church, a workplace, etc.

If you think that becoming an 'ADVOCATE' might be a good fit for you, email Naomi with your details.
 
NOTE: Advocates need to agree to SIM's core values and complete a full SIM Canada volunteer application form.
 
 
An 'Advocate' makes a difference by:
  • Learning about HIV/AIDS and the VfA Program.
  • Teaching and facilitating learning about HIV/AIDS within their spheres of influence, e.g. family, friends, clubs, and colleagues.
  • Being involved in the network of HIV/AIDS volunteers and projects SIM has worldwide.Being a model and a supporter of the activities of global volunteers.
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