Conference: ReImagining Masculinities 2018
A new conference, ReImagining Masculinities, is being hosted at the University of Victoria on May 11th from 10:00am-5:00pm…
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Workshop: Gender Diversity Education for Counsellors
Gender Diversity Education for Counsellors Presented by Alyx and Kingsley Diverse gender expression and exploration are valuable elements of our ever-evolving communities. It is important for counsellors to embrace and adapt to these cultural shifts and to understand the challenges and excitements that trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirit clients and their families may experience. What you…
Media: Ambit on CFUV’s ‘Taking up space’
We recently had the pleasure of participating in a panel discussion on CFUV’s new series ‘Taking Up Space.’
Workshop: Supporting gender creative children and youth
Join us for an evening of education, resource connections, and space to explore your questions about how best to support the gender creative children and youth in your life…
Workshop: Perinatal care for gender diverse families
Families come in many forms. It is a responsibility of perinatal care providers to adapt to meet the needs of all parents-to-be in dignified and affirming ways…
The Pandora Chorus Concert – April 6th
Just over 3 years ago, I was entering into the most vocally awkward stage of my life (so far) as my body was adjusting to the hormonal shifts of transition…
Media: Moving Trans History Forward
Ambit caught some light in the Sooke News Mirror recently (article by Kristyn Anthony), speaking about the upcoming “Moving Trans History Forward” conference, hosted at the University of Victoria from March 22-25, 2018. Here’s a snippet…
BC Human Rights Commission revived
The history of the BC Human Rights Commission is a choppy one. First formed in 1973, the commission was abolished eleven years later. It was then revived only to be abolished in 2002…
Supporting your trans loved one through family gatherings
While family gatherings can present opportunities for connection, they can be quite challenging for trans people of all ages. Family histories, relationship dynamics, and…
Rural, remote, and small town transitions
If you are living remotely, rurally, or in a small town, here is some information to help you begin to get the trans-competent care you need…
Ambit to lead training for Greater Victoria School District
We’re excited to announce that Ambit will be leading training for all those connected with Greater Victoria School District (SD 61). This will focus on training administrators, teachers, and counsellors, and…
Ethical “gender bent” costumes
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Are you planning a cool costume of your favourite character? Are you wanting to play around with gender in your costume this year? Here are some things to think about when designing your look…
