Speaker’s Bureau
This program provides the opportunity for people living with or personally affected by HIV/AIDS to take their personal experiences and translate them into messages aimed at educating others about HIV/AIDS, reducing levels of stigma and discrimination, and creating supporting environments for those story tellers.
This platform allows speakers to:
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Increase knowledge and awareness of HIV/AIDS and the agency in Waterloo Region & Guelph-Wellington County
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Experience the therapeutic process of sharing their own knowledge and experiences
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Have a positive influence on the participants by educating others about HIV/AIDS and providing an opportunity in which participants can openly discuss issues
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Contribute to the development of a safe learning environment, which promotes open discussion, self-esteem and healthy ways of living.
Would you like to learn how to tell your story?
If you are living with HIV or have lived experience with substance use; this training could be for you!
This is a volunteer opportunity that can build your skills and confidence.
Successful training can possibly lead to speaking engagements and/or your written story used on social media;
or it is something you can keep just for yourself.
For more information or to register for this free training
Contact info@thrivehiv.ca
