Cyberbullying
https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/58696b3f-e34e-494d-9024-4b9f4b7c5751/resource/831fec45-89fa-4ab2-9baf-fde984ee736b/download/2015-cyberbullying-fact-sheet.pdf
Cyberbullying is the use of technology to support deliberate, hostile and hurtful behaviours towards an individual or group.
Cyberbullying can happen to anyone – children, youth and adults. Social media and texting make it easier to share images and messages, causing cyberbullying to spread quickly and remain online indefinitely.
https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/58696b3f-e34e-494d-9024-4b9f4b7c5751/resource/831fec45-89fa-4ab2-9baf-fde984ee736b/download/2015-cyberbullying-fact-sheet.pdf
Cyberbullying is the use of technology to support deliberate, hostile and hurtful behaviours towards an individual or group.
Cyberbullying can happen to anyone – children, youth and adults. Social media and texting make it easier to share images and messages, causing cyberbullying to spread quickly and remain online indefinitely.
Cyberbullying How to Stay Safe Online
https://www.vpnmentor.com/blog/lgbtq-guide-online-safety/
Our online safety is something we take for granted. This guide is absolutely packed with information.
***I am advising content warnings. This is an amazing and informative read. But it does touch on sensitive issues & descriptive instances. I still highly advise this article be read and shared!***
“In a perfect world, LGBTQ+ people wouldn’t face a heightened risk online and would be free to express themselves however they wish. Sadly, social norms aren’t changing fast enough, and we still have a long way to go before that reality is realized. Unfortunately, this means that LGBTQ+ people have to be extra careful, especially online.”
https://www.vpnmentor.com/blog/lgbtq-guide-online-safety/
Our online safety is something we take for granted. This guide is absolutely packed with information.
***I am advising content warnings. This is an amazing and informative read. But it does touch on sensitive issues & descriptive instances. I still highly advise this article be read and shared!***
“In a perfect world, LGBTQ+ people wouldn’t face a heightened risk online and would be free to express themselves however they wish. Sadly, social norms aren’t changing fast enough, and we still have a long way to go before that reality is realized. Unfortunately, this means that LGBTQ+ people have to be extra careful, especially online.”
Emergency Financial Assistance
https://www.alberta.ca/emergency-financial-assistance.aspx
Financial assistance for unexpected emergencies is available through the Emergency Needs Allowance. You can get help when a situation is caused by unforeseeable circumstances beyond your control, and it presents a severe health risk, and you cannot access other resources or wait until your next pay-cheque or Income Support benefit cheque.
https://www.alberta.ca/emergency-financial-assistance.aspx
Financial assistance for unexpected emergencies is available through the Emergency Needs Allowance. You can get help when a situation is caused by unforeseeable circumstances beyond your control, and it presents a severe health risk, and you cannot access other resources or wait until your next pay-cheque or Income Support benefit cheque.
Homophobic Bullying Prevention Tips For Youth
https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/15b3b5e3-9d28-4897-aebc-38161dfc5618/resource/a7138346-1efe-4ee1-a1aa-99a6e13753ff/download/homophobic-bullying-prevention-tips-for-youth.pdf
Homophobic bullying is defined as: bullying behaviours that are motivated by prejudice against a person’s actual or perceived sexual orientation.
https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/15b3b5e3-9d28-4897-aebc-38161dfc5618/resource/a7138346-1efe-4ee1-a1aa-99a6e13753ff/download/homophobic-bullying-prevention-tips-for-youth.pdf
Homophobic bullying is defined as: bullying behaviours that are motivated by prejudice against a person’s actual or perceived sexual orientation.
Reporting child abuse
http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/abuse-bullying/15393.html
http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/abuse-bullying/14841.html
If you have reason to believe a child is being abused or neglected by their parent or guardian, please contact us to discuss your concerns. A child might not come right out and tell you they are being abused, but you might observe signs of neglect or abuse. The child might drop hints or make repeated comments that suggest abuse, or the child’s behaviour may suddenly change so drastically that you know something is wrong.
http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/abuse-bullying/15393.html
http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/abuse-bullying/14841.html
If you have reason to believe a child is being abused or neglected by their parent or guardian, please contact us to discuss your concerns. A child might not come right out and tell you they are being abused, but you might observe signs of neglect or abuse. The child might drop hints or make repeated comments that suggest abuse, or the child’s behaviour may suddenly change so drastically that you know something is wrong.
School Bullying
https://myhealth.alberta.ca/health/Pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=uf4870
Bullying is acting in ways that scare or harm another person. Kids who bully usually pick on someone who is weaker or more alone, and they repeat the actions over and over. Bullying starts in elementary school and becomes most common in middle school. By high school, it is less common but still occurs.
https://myhealth.alberta.ca/health/Pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=uf4870
Bullying is acting in ways that scare or harm another person. Kids who bully usually pick on someone who is weaker or more alone, and they repeat the actions over and over. Bullying starts in elementary school and becomes most common in middle school. By high school, it is less common but still occurs.
Sexting and the Law about Sharing Intimate Images
http://owjn.org/2016/08/sexting-and-the-law-about-sharing-intimate-images/
Sexting” commonly refers to sending messages that are meant to be sexually exciting through text, email, or social media (Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.).
http://owjn.org/2016/08/sexting-and-the-law-about-sharing-intimate-images/
Sexting” commonly refers to sending messages that are meant to be sexually exciting through text, email, or social media (Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.).
Sexting - Teens and Technology
https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Alberta/Pages/Sexting-teens-and-technology.aspx
Sexting is when people send or receive sexual pictures, messages, or videos through technology, e.g. cell phone, app, email, or webcam.
The word sexting comes from a combination of the words sex and text.
https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Alberta/Pages/Sexting-teens-and-technology.aspx
Sexting is when people send or receive sexual pictures, messages, or videos through technology, e.g. cell phone, app, email, or webcam.
The word sexting comes from a combination of the words sex and text.
Transphobic Bullying
https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/27c9eeb0-af8f-4633-a1f3-69b3158815f1/resource/a292aee2-7c49-4e6f-a3fd-88bdb2b87864/download/2015-transphobic-bullying-fact-sheet.pdf
Transphobia and homophobia often exist hand-in-hand. Transphobic and anti-gay slurs, and trans-bashing are all forms of bullying. Such discrimination is a violation of human rights. In fact, the police may consider transphobic bullying to be a hate incident, which is against the law.
https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/27c9eeb0-af8f-4633-a1f3-69b3158815f1/resource/a292aee2-7c49-4e6f-a3fd-88bdb2b87864/download/2015-transphobic-bullying-fact-sheet.pdf
Transphobia and homophobia often exist hand-in-hand. Transphobic and anti-gay slurs, and trans-bashing are all forms of bullying. Such discrimination is a violation of human rights. In fact, the police may consider transphobic bullying to be a hate incident, which is against the law.
Youth Homelessness Initiatives
http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/homelessness/youth-homelessness-initiatives.html
The Government of Alberta, along with its community partners, is working to reduce youth homelessness, including homelessness among LGBTQ2S youth. Homelessness is a complex issue and young Albertans who identify as sexual or gender minorities are at more risk of experiencing homelessness.
http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/homelessness/youth-homelessness-initiatives.html
The Government of Alberta, along with its community partners, is working to reduce youth homelessness, including homelessness among LGBTQ2S youth. Homelessness is a complex issue and young Albertans who identify as sexual or gender minorities are at more risk of experiencing homelessness.
Important Phone Numbers
Emergency Ambulance, Fire, Police, RCMP
911
HEALTH Link Alberta (24hrs)
1-866-408-5465 or 811
Dial 211 for help with community or social services
211
When you see someone in distress, you can help before police or emergency services are needed by calling 211 and pressing 3 to dispatch the 24/7 Crisis Diversion Team.
Search for information on:
• Financial & social assistance
• Housing & utility help
• Food assistance & meal programs
• Seniors’ services & home care
• Parenting & family programs
• Government program assistance
• Disability support services
• Volunteer organizations
• Newcomer services
• Mental health support
• and much more...
Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868
Text CONNECT 686868
https://kidshelpphone.ca/what-is-kids-help-phone
24 hour, anonymous phone counseling for children and youth, 100% confidential
they do not trace calls, they do not have call display, you do not have to tell them your name. You can connect by phone or mobile app, or through the website.
Translifeline
http://www.translifeline.org
The Hotline:
Canada:1-877-330-6366
US:1-877-565-8860
Need to talk? Call! Our peer support hotline is run by and for trans people.
Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives by responding to the critical needs of our community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and education. Our vision is to fight the epidemic of trans suicide and improve overall life-outcomes of trans people by facilitating justice-oriented collective community aid.
Emergency Ambulance, Fire, Police, RCMP
911
HEALTH Link Alberta (24hrs)
1-866-408-5465 or 811
Dial 211 for help with community or social services
211
When you see someone in distress, you can help before police or emergency services are needed by calling 211 and pressing 3 to dispatch the 24/7 Crisis Diversion Team.
Search for information on:
• Financial & social assistance
• Housing & utility help
• Food assistance & meal programs
• Seniors’ services & home care
• Parenting & family programs
• Government program assistance
• Disability support services
• Volunteer organizations
• Newcomer services
• Mental health support
• and much more...
Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868
Text CONNECT 686868
https://kidshelpphone.ca/what-is-kids-help-phone
24 hour, anonymous phone counseling for children and youth, 100% confidential
they do not trace calls, they do not have call display, you do not have to tell them your name. You can connect by phone or mobile app, or through the website.
Translifeline
http://www.translifeline.org
The Hotline:
Canada:1-877-330-6366
US:1-877-565-8860
Need to talk? Call! Our peer support hotline is run by and for trans people.
Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives by responding to the critical needs of our community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and education. Our vision is to fight the epidemic of trans suicide and improve overall life-outcomes of trans people by facilitating justice-oriented collective community aid.
Counselling & Support Groups
Rivers Edge Counselling - OK2BU - LGBTQ+ Youth Process and Support Group
https://www.riversedgecounselling.com/ok2bu-lgbtq-youth-process-and-support-group/
(780) 460-0022
This group is funded by a grant from the St. Albert Community Foundation
Many individuals whose sexual and/or gender identity fall outside the norms and expectations of the greater heterosexual cisgender populous continue to face prejudice and discrimination. The OK2BU – LGBTQ+ Youth Process and Support Group provides an opportunity for youth to come together in a safe meeting place to discuss and process the impact of life experiences associated with being members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Calgary and area
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/gay/ab/calgary
Edmonton and area
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/gay/ab/edmonton
Spruce Grove and area
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/gay/ab/stony-plain
Rivers Edge Counselling - OK2BU - LGBTQ+ Youth Process and Support Group
https://www.riversedgecounselling.com/ok2bu-lgbtq-youth-process-and-support-group/
(780) 460-0022
This group is funded by a grant from the St. Albert Community Foundation
Many individuals whose sexual and/or gender identity fall outside the norms and expectations of the greater heterosexual cisgender populous continue to face prejudice and discrimination. The OK2BU – LGBTQ+ Youth Process and Support Group provides an opportunity for youth to come together in a safe meeting place to discuss and process the impact of life experiences associated with being members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Calgary and area
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/gay/ab/calgary
Edmonton and area
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/gay/ab/edmonton
Spruce Grove and area
https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/gay/ab/stony-plain
