As concerned peoples of the Cowichan Valley, Revolve is deeply disappointed by the absence of all-candidates meetings in our community leading up to the provincial election on October 19. We believe these meetings are crucial for maintaining a healthy democracy and informed electorate.

During any moral panic, false and hyperbolic claims are powerful drivers of public opinion, and often work to activate the careers of bad faith public figures. These claims can easily trick well intentioned people into perpetuating hate and discrimination against the youth they are seeking to protect. Let’s unpack some of the claims about trans people circulating around the Cowichan Valley. 

This podcast episode unpacks some of the UK’s recent Cass review of gender affirming care research. This episode sorts through the science with Professor Stephen Russell, Dr. Cal Horton, and Dr. Ada Cheung whose work is referenced in the Cass review. All resources and connecting podcast episodes found in episode notes.

If your feminism isn’t intersectional - it isn’t Feminism!

Looking at the history of intersectionality in feminism and how some of these historic harms of divisive feminism are still impacting our communities today. Examining the co-opting of ‘safe spaces’ in trans-exclusionary feminism.

Revolve is responding to many of the concerns and comments circulating about harm reduction programs associated with the opiod crisis and the unhoused community.

Another community contribution to our communication campaign - Change the Conversation.

Public resistance or public display of privilege? The 1st in a series of community contributions, this post examines the intent and impact of the ‘lawn chair rebellions’ hosted by local elected officials and community members that aim to bring awareness to systemic issues effecting our community but instead only further the prejudice and misunderstanding of mental health, addiction and homelessness.

Social movement art specifically amplifies voices and can inspire social change. This type of art can serve as a catalyst for dialogue, reflection, and action, as it captures the essence of people’s struggles and triumphs within social justice movements.