Alexandra Ages

Policy wonk • Alumna of @McGillU's @MaxBellSchool and @Uvic • From #YYJ & based in #YEG • Views are my own!

[Alexandra Ages @AlexandraAges]

Consent education is essential. And yet, in Alberta, students will now have to 'opt in' to learn the basics of boundaries and saying no. In my latest article for @IRPP I explore the ramifications of Bill 27

#AbLeg #abpoli #ConsentMatters

[IRPP @IRPP]

Alberta’s Bill 27: Consent education shouldn’t be optional

As @AlexandraAges highlights, teaching consent is imperative to reducing sexual violence & supporting survivors of sexual abuse. Yet, sexual health education is under attack. Read more: https://t.co/60dup5f8a6

[unrigged @unriggedmedia]

Writing @broadbent's journal PERSPECTIVES @AlexandraAges explains why in Canada reproductive healthcare is deeply commodified, affecting access to resources from contraception to fertility treatments.

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https://t.co/PWxJjRtMNK

[Alexandra Ages @AlexandraAges]

I've been really interested in the gendered elements of radicalization lately, particularly in relation to the care crisis - check out my latest for @broadbent!

[Broadbent Institute @broadbent]

New from @AlexandraAges for Perspectives Journal:

"As wellness fills in the gaps left by care economy retrenchment, we experience a perfect storm for radicalization."

Read the full article: https://t.co/lbh5u233Wy

[Danielle Boyer🤖 @danielleboyerr]

The vision vs real life. Anishinaabe futurisms art that I built

[nessa ☽⁷ @nessapjm]

what kehlani said 💗💗💗

[Amnesty International @amnesty]

📢 Living free from violence is a human right.
📢 Living free from violence is a human right.
📢 Living free from violence is a human right.
📢 Living free from violence is a human right.
📢 Living free from violence is a human right.

[Muhammad Smiry 🇵🇸 @MuhammadSmiry]

RAFAH NOW

[Amnesty International @amnesty]

Protect peaceful protesters ✊
Protect peaceful protesters ✊
Protect peaceful protesters ✊
Protect peaceful protesters ✊
Protect peaceful protesters ✊

#ProtectTheProtest

[AmnestyCanada @AmnestyNow]

May 5 is Red Dress Day, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murder Indigenous Women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People (MMIWG2S+).

Read our Activism guide blog and take action! https://t.co/J7gCBGJWmA

[Alexandra Ages @AlexandraAges]

Always a pleasure writing for @broadbent's Perspectives Journal!

[Broadbent Institute @broadbent]

New on Perspectives Journal – Femininity Hyper-Commodified: Consumerism, Social Media, and Beauty Standards.

@AlexandraAges unpacks the new era of consumerism playing out on social media.

Read the full article at https://t.co/c7GUTm5Ljo

[soli @solisolsoli]

The Cat with Julie Manet, 1887, by Pierre-Auguste Renoir

[Strong Towns @StrongTowns]

You read that right.

Edmonton, AB is one of the only municipalities in North America tracking its long-term infrastructure maintenance costs.

Learn why Edmonton is one of the top four strongest towns in North America: https://t.co/oOdm88Hx0q

[Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal]

'We're terrified': Hundreds rally in support of Alberta trans community, opposition to coming government gender policies https://t.co/tmFf5noScZ

[Alexandra Ages @AlexandraAges]

Wishing everyone a very cozy Christmas!

[Council of Alberta University Students @CAUS]

The CAUS team really appreciated the opportunity to speak with @tanya_fir, who is currently leading the 10-year gender-based violence strategic plan! #SGBV is a critical issue impacting our students, and together, we can all take steps to create safer campuses.

#ABleg #ABpoli

[Edmonton Journal @edmontonjournal]

An escaped cow eludes emergency crews near 101 Street and 113 Avenue, in downtown Edmonton Tuesday Nov. 7, 2023.

📸: @davidbloomphoto #photooftheday #yeg

[Council of Alberta University Students @CAUS]

CAUS student leaders are on Day 3 of our advocacy week! We've really appreciated the opportunity to engage with elected officials - this year, key focus areas include affordability, mental health, supporting Indigenous students, and SGBV reduction #ableg #abpoli

[Grow Together Edmonton @GrowTogetherYEG]

ZBR passes 🎉🎉 Tremendous thanks to everyone who sent emails, talked with friends/family or even spoke to council. Your actions genuinely moved the needle on this.
We've made it clear that Edmontonians care deeply about affordability and sustainability - and we won't be ignored.

[Alexandra Ages @AlexandraAges]

A great opportunity for students in Alberta!

[Council of Alberta University Students @CAUS]

Reminder: Art showcase opportunity for self-identified BIPOC post-secondary students! Submit your art today to [email protected] for consideration!