August 31, 2023
#WeSeeYou Campaign for International Overdose Awareness Day
August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD)
Read MoreWelcome to PeerWorks
PeerWorks is an organization of organizations.
Our members are mental health Consumer/Survivor Initiatives and Peer Support Organizations across Ontario. These organizations are run by and for people with lived experience of a mental health issue or addiction issue. Our members provide a wide range of services and activities within their communities. No two are the same, but all approach their activities from the common understanding that people can and do recover with the proper supports in place, and that peer support is integral to successful recovery. Most of our member organizations work with their local mental health system tables to bring the consumer voice to service planning, evaluation, and coordination, and provide direct informal or formal peer support and self-advocacy support to individuals.
PeerWorks in turn brings the voice of these organizations to provincial-level policy and planning processes, research projects, and system advocacy issues.
From the Blog
View All Blog PostsAugust 4, 2023
Dreaming Together: (Re)Imagining Pathways for Peer Advancement
This blog post was written by Colene Allen and Calvin Prowse, two members of the PeerWorks board of directors
Read MoreJuly 12, 2023
In a world that often stigmatizes and marginalizes individuals with varying mental health needs, a movement known as MAD (Madness, Advocacy, and Disability) Pride has emerged, aiming to shift the mental health narrative. This blog post explores the concept of MAD Pride, celebrating diversity, challenging societal norms, and highlighting the crucial role of peer support. By shedding light on these topics, we can foster understanding, empathy, and acceptance for all individuals, regardless of their mental health experiences.
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