| Dani is a fourth year Psychology student at the University of British Columbia, and the founder of Mutual Aid Social Therapy “Vancouver” chapter as a means of abolitionist and disability justice praxis. They have served as Vice President External for CSSDP’s Vancouver chapter and are a founding member of Devil’s Club Medics Collective. Their interest in harm reduction work is informed by their experiences as a multi-disciplinary artist under the title DANI YOUR DARLING, amidst the Black renaissance in nightlife spaces situated in the DTES, and what once was Hogans Alley—so-called Vancouver’s vibrant Black community before the municipality’s efforts of systematic displacement—that they frequent as a performer, event curator, and audience member of the music scene. |
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Dani Beyene (they/them)
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Ella Cettiga (She/Her)
Ella is a BSc Psychology student at the University of Alberta with an interest in mental health, harm reduction, and clinical care. She is currently working as a clinical psychology intern and volunteers with several youth and community-based organizations. In her spare time, she enjoys painting, attending local arts festivals, and giving new life to clothing through sustainable fashion practices.
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Kelsey Speed (she/her)
I am a PhD student at UBC in the Interdisciplinary Studies Graduate Program. My research focuses on intersectional, gender-based approaches to drug policy evaluation. Outside of work, you will find me hanging out with Frost, my 3-legged husky-cross rescue dog!
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Monique Sandhu (she/her)
Monique is a recent MSc. graduate from the University of British Columbia’s Experimental Medicine program. Her research explored how young people who use drugs navigate systems of care and supervision and the ongoing toxic drug crisis. She is currently a project coordinator working with BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services. In her free time, she loves exploring new cafes and rollerskating.