SERC is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Are you interested in supporting and growing sexual and reproductive health education in Manitoba? Join our Board of Directors! WHAT YOU BRING Commitment to SERC’s vision, mission, values and strategic direction WHAT YOU’LL DO Help set and monitoring of the Mission, Values and Strategic Directions of… Read More
Author: Kaitlyn White
Transgender Day of Visibility
International Transgender Day of Visibility March 31 marks the International Transgender Day of Visibility. This is a day to celebrate and honour the power, courage, and resilience of the transgender and gender non-conforming community worldwide. Social Media Campaign In honour of Transgender Day of Visibility, SERC has published a series of personal stories, quotes, photographs,… Read More
Masks Still Required at SERC
Public health orders requiring masks in public places in Manitoba ended on March 15. However, masks continue to be required for all SERC staff and visitors. Both offices are open to the public, and we look forward to welcoming people (safely) in person. We will continue to screen visitors, maintain physical distancing, sanitize frequently, and… Read More
Volunteer Opportunity: Board of Directors
Have you ever wanted to volunteer with SERC? Now is the perfect time! We are currently seeking a volunteer Treasurer to join our Board of Directors. This volunteer position requires a time commitment of two to four hours per month. The term is two years, with the possibility of renewal. The Board Treasurer will be… Read More
COVID-19 Updates
SERC offices are open again after a brief holiday break. We are continuing to do our part in reducing the spread of COVID-19, including offering many of our programs and services remotely to help keep our communities safer. We ask that folks either phone or e-mail before visiting our office(s): Winnipeg: (204) 982-7800 or info@serc.mb.ca … Read More
Vaccine Drop-In
In partnership with the Manitoba Association of Community Health, the Manitoba Harm Reduction Network, and Prairie Mountain Health, we are pleased to announce an upcoming Vaccine Drop-In on Thursday, December 16 from 2:00 – 6:00 pm at 701 Rosser Avenue in Brandon, MB. Drop in to get your first, second, or third COVID vaccine, or… Read More
Holiday Closures
Please note that both SERC Winnipeg and Brandon offices will close at noon on Friday, December 24 and will be closed until Monday, January 3 (inclusive). We will re-open to the public Tuesday, January 4, 2022. If you require safer sex supplies or other harm reduction supplies from either office, please request enough supplies to… Read More
Reproductive Justice in Rural and Remote Manitoban Communities
The following is an article written by Youth Facilitator, Chris Romaniuk, for the Institute for International Women’s Rights MB. Reproductive justice includes equal access to safe and accessible abortion, affordable contraceptives, and comprehensive sex education. In Canada, we have the right to access each of these and make autonomous decisions about our bodies, including the… Read More
Second Place: Bentley Awards of Excellence
We are absolutely thrilled to be the recipient of a 2021 Helen and Fred Bentley Awards of Excellence from Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights! The Helen and Fred Bentley Awards of Excellence recognize sexual health innovation and leadership in communities across Canada. We are so honoured to receive second place for our Knowledge… Read More
Virtual Workshop Series: Talking With Your Children About Sexuality
After a very successful virtual workshop series in the Spring, we’re pleased to announce a repeat of the series for parents/guardians/caregivers: Talking With Your Children About Sexuality. Please join us for the following interactive Zoom workshops: Talking With Your Children About Sexuality, Talking With Your Children About Sexuality for Newcomers 2STLGBQ+ Supportive Parenting The sessions… Read More