AVP

A guide to harm reduction services in Victoria

As B.C. continues to face a toxic drug crisis, staying safe while partying or using substances has never been more important.

UVSS Board of Directors, Oct. 6

This confirmed funding for clubs and course unions, approved budgets, and saw further inquiry into the Service Groups Policy. 

Recent changes to Anti-Violence Project made without adequate consultation, group says

“[These are people] who are not elected because they know how to run a sexual assault center, are not elected because they know how to prevent gender based violence. They're…

AVP Men’s Circle aims to combat sexualized violence on campus

Participating in opportunities like AVP’s men’s circle is just one step students can take to make campus a safer space for everyone. By immersing oneself in these resources, you are…

UVSS Board Of Directors, Sept. 22

Lengthy meeting touched on policy concerns, motions for upcoming AGM agenda In an almost two and a half hour long meeting on Sept. 22, the UVSS board of directors discussed…

Sexualized Violence Awareness Week brings much-needed discussions to campus

In the era of Me Too, conversations around consent and sexual health are still relatively new to university campuses. UVic's Sexualized Violence Awareness Week hopes to start those conversations through…

The ultimate guide to free stuff on campus

In my time at UVic, I have learned many things — but arguably none more valuable than where to find the best free stuff on campus. And let me tell…

Health care town hall sums up every UVSS problem

Low turnout. A stand-offish attitude. An unwillingness to apologize. The Nov. 9 town hall on UVSS health care encapsulated every single problem this UVSS board has faced this year. They…

Anti-Violence Project referendum passes

Full-time student fees will increase by $2 in funding towards the advocacy group Students have voted in favour of increasing the student fee allocation for the Anti-Violence Project (AVP), UVic’s…