Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network

Established in 1989, CREAN carries out youth-focused research, education, and advocacy in British Columbia, Canada. RT ≠ endorsement.

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

The result of being colonized is the internalization of the need to remain invisible - Lee Maracle, I Am Woman.

#leemaracle, pictured in March 2019 after her keynote at our annual conference. We are completely devastated. Rest in Power.

[Brandi Morin @Songstress28]

I’m in Neskantaga First Nation, home of Canada’s longest water boil advisory going on past 30 years. A 24 pack of bottled water is $37.99 plus tax. Community members get water flown in by the federal government but it’s rationed. So if they run out, the local Northern Store is the only place to get clean drinking water. INSANE

[Belonging Forum @BelongingForum]

Meet Suad (she/her), a community-based researcher advancing social justice knowledge. Working with @CREANSociety, her project explores the impact of anti-racism projects on students’ well-being in BC. Learn more: https://t.co/6OtjGadtfQ

#Belonging #2024Fellows #AntiRacism

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

📚 Taking a stand against racism in classrooms! Missed the Feb 1st session? Join the conversation on resource access, safety, and justice! Let's discuss policing, public safety, and share experiences to shape informed policy decisions. Register now at https://t.co/VN8RgS07Ic

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

📚 Taking a stand against racism in classrooms! Missed the Feb 1st session? Join the conversation on resource access, safety, and justice! Let's discuss policing, public safety, and share experiences to shape informed policy decisions. Register now at https://t.co/t1Nq8wH3QV

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

📚 Taking a stand against racism in classrooms! Missed the Feb 1st session? Join the conversation on resource access, safety, and justice! Let's discuss policing, public safety, and share experiences to shape informed policy decisions. Register now at https://t.co/YkVPijYGyL

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

📚 Taking a stand against racism in classrooms! CREAN's ARIE initiative leads the charge with anti-racism workshops in Victoria's high schools. Read now: https://t.co/cYKAMVtMKc

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Join the conversation on resource access, safety, and justice! Let's discuss policing, public safety, and share experiences to shape informed policy decisions. Your voice matters in creating positive initiatives for our community. Register now at https://t.co/y7TUpL5Qz8

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Join the conversation on resource access, safety, and justice! Let's discuss policing, public safety, and share experiences to shape informed policy decisions. Your voice matters in creating positive initiatives for our community. Register now at https://t.co/UuGytqXga6

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Introducing our speaker: Meet Kim, a resilient transgender activist and community builder from a settler-Acadian background. Kim's family arrived in Mi'kmaq territory in 1636. As a parent and anti-poverty advocate, Kim is also the architect behind CBSC.

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Join the conversation on resource access, safety, and justice! Let's discuss policing, public safety, and share experiences to shape informed policy decisions. Your voice matters in creating positive initiatives for our community. Register now at https://t.co/Ypfwyqlq2h

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Join the conversation on resource access, safety, and justice! Let's discuss policing, public safety, and share experiences to shape informed policy decisions. Your voice matters in creating positive initiatives for our community. Register now at https://t.co/Xv74bdtb4u

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Join the conversation on resource access, safety, and justice! Let's discuss policing, public safety, and share experiences to shape informed policy decisions. Your voice matters in creating positive initiatives for our community. Register now at https://t.co/Wh3v0WkTAK

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Join the conversation on resource access, safety, and justice! Let's discuss policing, public safety, and share experiences to shape informed policy decisions. Your voice matters in creating positive initiatives for our community. Register now at https://t.co/ThKWsBAXd5

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Interested in volunteering as an event planner, graphic designer, digital marketer, research assistant, or thrift store assistant? Apply for our volunteer placement program today: https://t.co/BKwCsoi1ro

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

🌟 Want to make a difference and enhance your resume? Join CREAN Youth Placement! Ages 15-30 in BC, ready to commit 120 hours and pass a criminal record check. Apply now at https://t.co/NRNaE8aaB9 and embrace the power of volunteering!

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Have you checked out our latest publication? CREAN's study strives to bridge health gaps by addressing barriers to over-the-counter medication access in BC for Indigenous communities. Read more at https://t.co/XYNiolk1c1 #CommunityEmpowerment

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

📚🌐 Acknowledging racism is step one. Feeling lost on the journey to allyship? Start by reading our latest article for a curated list of resources to educate and take small steps forward. Explore more details here: https://t.co/cX519CSsQU

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

📢 Calling First Nations youth on Vancouver Island! Join the Youth Advisory Council, be the voice for youth in health decisions. 🤝 Apply by Nov 24, 4:00 pm PST: https://t.co/4orwF8KF9F

For questions, contact Janice Johnson at [email protected] or call 250-735-2452. @fnha

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

Empowering Indigenous health in British Columbia: Uncovering barriers and exploring solutions for equitable access to over-the-counter medications. Read our article to delve into the findings and solutions: https://t.co/OW4RxMPrmV #HealthEquity #IndigenousHealth #BCCommunityCare

[Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network @CREANSociety]

🌊📚 Join us for An Evening of Good Health! Save the date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023, 5:30pm-7:30pm at 1025 Mason Street. Register at https://t.co/D7NexQ7zNK

See you tonight! 🌟