The amount of loss experienced within the WISH community is overwhelming. To honour each person who passes, as well as loved ones we have lost outside of WISH, we have started hosting a memorial for participants, staff & volunteers every month. Learn more: bit.ly/46DaudW

WISH is honored to have been a part of the 2nd provincial @LivinginCmty (LIC) Conference: Moving from Response to Resilience. Read more about it in the WISH newsletter! bit.ly/46DaudW + Stay tuned for an LIC report w/recommendations from this critical collective work.

@BcBdar Thank you for carrying this important work forward.

The BC Bad Date & Aggressor Reporting Project (@BcBdar) is creating a province-wide system for bad date reports, to help increase safety for all sex workers in BC. Learn more about this community inspired initiative in WISH’s winter newsletter: bit.ly/46DaudW

Thank you to everyone from the #BCMBAGames2023 and congrats to UCW for winning the Fundraising Challenge! WISH is honoured to be Charity Partner and we are incredibly grateful to the students for their creative ideas on ways to raise funds for — and awareness of — #WISHDropIn!

The housing crisis is a critical issue that will take years to solve — but WISH participants are in urgent need now. The WISH Shelter provides 23 beds, and is responsive to the needs of street-based sex workers. Learn more in our Winter Newsletter: bit.ly/46DaudW

The #WISHDropIn Calendar lists activities for WISH participants. Our space is open to cis & trans women and people of marginalized genders, including Two-Spirit and non-binary, who are current or former street-based sex workers. Call 604-681-9244 for info. bit.ly/3sUFIQ5

Great news! WISH’s new Mobile Access Project (MAP) Van is now on the road. “Having a reliable vehicle will allow us to provide consistent, excellent service for our participants who we so deeply cherish!” Read more about support for WISH participants: bit.ly/46DaudW

It’s @GivingTuesday! Street-based sex workers count on WISH. Can we count on you? If you believe in equal access to opportunities, in human rights, and that sex work is work—your values are aligned with WISH’s values. Thank you for standing in solidarity. bit.ly/47TJIiq

#InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfViolenceAgainstWomen has been observed for 40+ years, yet gender-based violence is still rampant in our communities. Thank you to everyone working to #EndGenderBasedViolence. It is a human rights issue and decisive action is needed. #NoExcuse

#TransgenderRights include the right to safety. Today, and every day, we recognize the extreme stigma and violence that trans, Two-Spirit and gender diverse sex workers face. We must all work to end transphobia and protect those targeted by transphobic violence. #TDoR2023

The #WISHDropIn Calendar lists activities for WISH participants. Our space is open to cis & trans women and people of marginalized genders, including Two-Spirit and non-binary, who are current or former street-based sex workers. Call 604-681-9244 for info. bit.ly/3QnMTrA

"We know that sex work stigma runs deep and must be challenged at every instance." Halena Seiferling reporting in the @georgiastraight on BC's 2nd sex work conference organized by @LivinginCmty #SupportSexWorkersRights straight.com/city-culture/f…

It is extremely difficult to meet the critical need for housing in our community. Thank you to BC Housing, the City of Vancouver, and WISH supporters like you, for helping to keep the WISH Shelter open. #YouMakeWISHHappen

In the first 6 months of 2023, 79 women and gender diverse folks accessed permanent beds in the WISH shelter, while 249 people had to be turned away. Everyone deserves a safe place to sleep. bit.ly/3TxDT3z #WISH #EmergencyShelter #HumanRights

Today marks the 3-year anniversary of WISH’s Shelter! This unique space is responsive to the needs of street-based sex workers, and it has been operating at capacity since the day it opened. #EmergencyShelter #DTES #VanPoli #BCPoli

The movement for sex workers' rights needs advocacy, wisdom, perseverance... and fun! Which is why the conference also includes a night of celebration and community. Movement—featuring top local burlesque performers—is happening tonight and you’re invited! bit.ly/476e8hf

How can we collectively make a better BC for sex workers? “Moving from Response to Resilience” is the 2nd #SexWorkConference organized by @LivinginCmty. We are grateful to help strengthen advocacy and make sure sex worker services are culturally competent and person-centered!

Thank you so much for supporting #WISHUpClose and WISH's #SupportiveEmploymentProgram! When you #InvestInOpportunity you make a difference in the lives of the people we serve, and we are truly grateful. #YouMakeWISHHappen ❤ bit.ly/3rxlUkT

At WISH, Supportive Employment Program staff provide peer support, including harm reduction, and they take an informed approach to this challenging work. During #WISHUpClose, your gift directly supports this important program. Invest in opportunity today! bit.ly/3rxlUkT

WISH gratefully accepts donations of clothing, makeup, toiletries, and other essentials at 334 Alexander Street, Mon-Thurs (9am-4pm). If that isn't convenient, send us a message so we can find a time that works for you! Thank you so much #YouMakeWISHHappen bit.ly/3vbGxRX

#SupportiveEmployment Program (SEP) staff increase safety at WISH by distributing harm reduction & safer sex supplies, connecting participants to services they need, addressing conflict in a trauma-informed way, and much more: bit.ly/3t7znAx Invest in opportunity today!

The #WISHDropIn Calendar lists activities for WISH participants. Our space is open to cis & trans women and people of marginalized genders, including Two-Spirit and non-binary, who are current or former street-based sex workers. Call 604-681-9244 for info. bit.ly/3F1Clcs

Did you know Supportive Employment Program staff at WISH participate in professional development? Every HRW on the team is currently earning their Street Degree in Overdose Prevention! Learn more about SEP and invest in opportunity during #WISHUpClose: bit.ly/3t7znAx

Systemic racism is a barrier to reconciliation, and more urgently, it is a barrier to accessing critical care. We stand in solidarity with #IndigenousPeoples. Reconciliation requires more. #EveryChildMatters

It has been 8 years since the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action were released, and only a small number have been completed. Furthermore, the toxic drug crisis continues to disproportionately impact Indigenous people, especially women.

At WISH, #OrangeShirtDay starts with a commemorative breakfast. Although it is a welcome opportunity to connect, this day also brings up many difficult feelings. On #NDTR2023 we demand that all levels of government do better, take accountability, and effect change.

Sex work stigma is socially isolating. Supportive Employment staff at WISH help new participants access services, and they receive support navigating the barriers they are facing as well. Invest in opportunity at WISH! bit.ly/3t7znAx #WISHUpClose #RightsNotRescue

Did you know WISH’s #SupportiveEmploymentProgram promotes equity? Harm Reduction, Peer Support, and SEP Lead staff all have access to extended health benefits and earn wages that are on par with WISH’s unionized staff. Invest in opportunity today! bit.ly/3t7znAx

@AndreaKrusi @jennielpearson @PaceSociety @pivotlegal @SWAN_Vancouver @WISHvancouver @CDNSWAlliance The #AESHAproject calls for #DecrimSexWork for all + low-barrier, multilingual services to improve sex workers’ access to sexual health testing ⤵️