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We work with the social-serving sector to enhance practices and policies that support well-being. Together, we create a world where children and familes thrive.
@PolicyWise.com shares practical tools to help the social-serving sector thrive together.

Working with @cmhanationalacsm.bsky.social's AB Division, we evaluated the impact of Alberta's Recovery Colleges, which offer free courses supporting mental health care.

See what we learned: buff.ly/8gMiEGE
December 8, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Want a deeper understanding of your organization's strengths and vulnerabilities?

Take advantage of @PolicyWise.com's Organizational Resilience initiative. Assess your present situation, planning, leadership, and resource management. Learn more: bit.ly/3Q1mDD4
December 8, 2025 at 5:05 PM
@PolicyWise.com shares practical tools to help the social-serving sector thrive together.

Opportunity Youth are 18- to 29-year-olds who want a chance to succeed. Explore our policy brief, calls to action, and employer guide, and help us build opportunities for every young person: buff.ly/XdbNOAc
December 7, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Explore @PolicyWise.com's Resources for Practice and discover resources for your non-profit.

We provide a wide selection of resources developed by us and other organizations. All resources are freely available to use and share.

Find something new today ➡️ bit.ly/3RlxF8K
December 7, 2025 at 5:02 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.

Closing Alberta’s gender employment gap requires evidence-based solutions. Explore strategies for pay equity, childcare, and inclusive workforce programs:
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December 6, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Today is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.

@PolicyWise.com remembers the victims of gender-based violence by sharing WomanACT's brief about how intimate partner violence affects job stability, impacting focus and income: buff.ly/poz3OXw
December 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Explore our latest fall newsletter!

Learn how @PolicyWise.com is turning strategy into action with a bold new direction focused on research, advocacy, and initiatives that drive real change: buff.ly/WdY1Wfd

Subscribe to our newsletter now: buff.ly/qGWBPag
December 5, 2025 at 9:01 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.

Need better ways to evaluate and learn from community change?

Inspiring Communities’ toolkit offers 5 principles for community-led evaluation and tools, and how you can apply them to your community: buff.ly/tWsL5m2
December 5, 2025 at 5:07 PM
@PolicyWise.com is celebrating Gender Equality Week, sharing resources to support women’s employment.

We offer five actions Alberta’s green energy sector can take to create more equitable opportunities and lead the way in creating a sustainable future at: buff.ly/mzUOiUM
December 4, 2025 at 9:01 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.

Seven Directions’ Indigenous Evaluation Toolkit helps organizations design evaluations rooted in Indigenous knowledge. It’s built to honour sovereignty and data ownership.

Check it out: buff.ly/rZi8dyb
December 4, 2025 at 5:04 PM
@PolicyWise.com is introducing our three new interwoven strands of practice: Action-Ready Research, Strategic Initiatives, and Accelerated Advocacy.

Together, they identify what needs to change, turn ideas into solutions, and amplify what works across communities.

Learn more at: buff.ly/15QtqKn
December 3, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

@PolicyWise.com is sharing the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate's "Beyond Barriers" report, which recommends actions policy makers can take to improve the lives of young people with disabilities.

Learn more at: bit.ly/4cjOkBe
December 3, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Youth homelessness is a pressing issue in Canada. This is why @PolicyWise.com, Dr. Yale Belanger, and Making the Shift collaborated on a roadmap to guide how we collect, use, and share data to prevent youth homelessness.

Learn more at: buff.ly/Lkw4vDp
December 2, 2025 at 9:01 PM
On this Giving Tuesday, @PolicyWise.com would like to thank our sponsors and collaborators, past and present.

Learn how we are turning strategy into action with a bold new direction focused on research, advocacy, and initiatives that drive real change: buff.ly/GEs2e8C
December 2, 2025 at 5:06 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower providers serving gender-diverse youth.

Want to understand the barriers transgender and non-binary Canadians face?

Statistics Canada’s report offers data that can drive real change.

Explore it and share with your network: buff.ly/MEjqpnW
December 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Those working in rural communities to improve mental health know how much heart and effort goes into making change happen.

But do they know how much of a difference they make or how to show what their projects achieve?

We have 5 new resources that can help share their impact: buff.ly/uN81c6l
December 1, 2025 at 5:02 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.

Check out the guide by @cmhanationalacsm.bsky.social that provides tips & strategies to start conversations, listen actively & provide support to youth struggling with their mental health.

Learn more at: buff.ly/OVDaRjr
November 30, 2025 at 9:01 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.

How resilient is your organization? Our assessment tool offers practical insights into anticipating and adapting during crises.

Review our Snapshot and take the first step toward stronger systems: buff.ly/lXsdJO5
November 30, 2025 at 5:02 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.

Together, Employment and Social Development Canada and BIT created a guide to improve workplace equity in Canada by addressing gaps in representation and pay.

Learn more: buff.ly/tnJewbf
November 29, 2025 at 9:00 PM
A strong team is the heart of every great restaurant!

@PolicyWise.com's Building Inclusive Workplaces resources can help Alberta’s food and beverage businesses recruit, retain, and support newcomer young adults for a thriving workplace.

Learn more at: buff.ly/vAUBDGy
November 29, 2025 at 5:02 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.

@Alberta.ca's Action Plan for Youth Suicide Prevention shares an evidence-based approach by building community capacity & providing recovery & growth focused supports.

Learn more: buff.ly/Wz2R1sC
November 28, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Are you a social-sector worker seeking resources to support your gender-diverse youth clients and their families?

@PolicyWise.com's Resources for Practice is empowering providers with evidence-based information to support gender-diverse youth well-being at: bit.ly/4id6rvR
November 28, 2025 at 5:06 PM
We are sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.

Working with the Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Division, we engaged with youth & Alberta Youth Hubs to create community snapshot reports celebrating the Hubs’ impact on youth mental health. Learn more: buff.ly/HmssfjO
November 27, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Are you an Alberta early learning and childhood educator interested in enhancing your intercultural skills and supporting culturally diverse families?

Check out culturally responsive resources from our Spark Guide Resource Hub at: buff.ly/OyQqziR
November 27, 2025 at 5:03 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.

Flooding often hits hardest in communities already facing barriers.

Our guide, co-developed with @ncceh.bsky.social, offers 7 public health practices to support post-disaster recovery.

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November 26, 2025 at 9:01 PM