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Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge the traditional caretakers of these lands and strive to carry out our important work in solidarity with the many Indigenous communities and individuals living and working across them. As we do this, we must recognize the inherent Indigenous rights and title to the lands that we live on. The territory upon which the OAN offices are located is within the lands protected by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum Belt Covenant, an agreement between the Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabe and allied nations to peaceably share and care for the resources around the Great Lakes. Today, this land is still

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Honour Roll Awards Are Back!

The OAN Honour Roll has recognized over 120 outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to Ontario’s HIV response. It has become one of Ontario’s most esteemed awards within the HIV/AIDS movement.  We are excited to host the awards again in early 2025. We are continuing to accept nominations. Nominate someone for one of the following awards:

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National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 2025

Together, let us work toward a future where ACB individuals living with or affected by HIV can access the care, support, and respect they deserve. By addressing systemic anti-Black racism, we can make significant progress toward 95-95-95 goals and the ultimate objective of getting to zero new infections, zero discrimination, and zero AIDS-related deaths. Every action we take brings us closer to ending the HIV epidemic and fostering thriving, equitable communities. Resources: To support ongoing efforts in addressing these challenges, we encourage individuals and organizations to connect with the following resources: visit your local AIDS Service Organizations (ASOs), explore the

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Unconscious Bias Workshop: Register Now

Ontario AIDS Network, Casey House and ABPRO are excited to be offering middle managers a workshop this month. Unconscious biases shape our decisions in ways we don’t always realize. This interactive workshop will help middle managers:✅ Recognize how bias impacts workplace culture and decision-making✅ Develop strategies to interrupt bias in hiring, promotions, and team dynamics✅ Practice radical empathy to foster more inclusive and effective leadership   Join us for a thought-provoking session designed to help you lead with intention and create a more inclusive workplace!   📅 February 21, 2025 | ⏰ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | 📍 Zoom

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International Women’s Day 2025

March 8 is International Women’s Day (IWD). It’s a global day to recognize and honour the strength, resilience, and power in every woman’s story. Each lived experience—whether of leadership, survival, advocacy, or care—shapes the collective fight for equity and justice. In the HIV movement, women have long been at the forefront, driving change, supporting their communities, and challenging the systems that hold them back. Yet, their stories are too often overlooked. Real progress requires us to listen, uplift, and act on these experiences—ensuring that every voice is heard, every barrier is broken, and every story is valued. Strength is found in

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Request for Proposals (RFP) for Network Benefits

📢 Please read and share the RFP with potential candidates! The OAN seeks proposals from insurance brokers, administrators, and consultants to develop a network-wide extended benefits and dental plan with comprehensive coverage, including HIV-related care, mental health services, gender-affirming care, and strong support for frontline workers in the HIV/AIDS sector. Deadline: March 25, 2025.

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