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ACT FOR DISARMAMENT is a non-partisan
organization interested in seeing an end to the arms race.
They work to raise public awareness about peace issues
through direct, non-violent action.

15 West 40th Ave.

737-8730

ACT UP (AIDS Coalition To Unleash Power) is an
activist organization “united inanger” to end the A.LD.S.
crisis. ACT UP expresses outrage at government
intolerance and neglect through planned, non-violent
actions. _ so

669-0121

' ALD.S. VANCOUVER is an advoca

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with Acquired ImmuneDeficiency Syn that provides
outreach support services, information, and resources,
not only for people with A..D.S. or H.LV., but for the
community as a whole. If you have questions about
ALD.S.,or about how to protect yourself and others from
infection, don't hesitate to call or visit.

1272 Richards St.

687-2437

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL is a global organization
that investigates and publicizes human rights violations.
It also works to free political prisoners. Unfortunately,
Amnesty continues to exclude certain — fromtheir
efforts, including those who have tortured and
imprisoned because of their sexual orientation.

105 - 1955 West 4th Ave.

734-5150

ANGLES is a monthly newspaper for lesbians, gay men
and bisexuals. It providesa calendar of community events
and discusses issues facing fags ‘n’ dykes in 20th/21st
Century British Columbia. Angles is available free at a
better, more progressive bookstore near you. :
4-1170 Bute

688-0265 ,

ANTI-APARTHEID NETWORK is a coalition of anti-
apartheid support groups, including women’s ,
community, labour, church, and non-governmental
Roe! Be hes ek ee OR Ss
266-6830 or 737-0041

ANOREXIA NERVOSA: AND ASSOCIATED
DISORDERS providesinformationon Anorexia, Bulimia,
and other eating disorders.

875-9690

ARIEL BOOKS is a bookstore for women. It carries a
fairly large selection of psychology /self-help material as
mat literature. Isalit hard finding your way around,
since there doesn’t seem to be any section markers or an
alphabetical filing system, but if you like to combine
fa ea with your browsing you'll like Ariel.

1988 West 4th

733-3511

BATTERED WOMEN’S SUPPORT SERVICES provides

support groups and counseling for battered women, and
workshops that address violence against women.
734-1574 i

B.C, COALITION FOR THE DISABLED works to

increase public awareness of disability issues andto break |

down attitudinal barriers that continue to impede real
access for people with disabilities.

211 - 456 West Broadway

875-0188 ;

B.C. EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DISABLED
STUDENTS (BCEADS) is particularly concerned about
the issues facing disabled students enrolled in post-
secondary education programs. BCEADS recently
completed a physical accessibility report of all colleges
and universities (including Douglas) in British Columbia.
12666 72nd St.

599-1483

B.C. FEDERATION OF LABOUR membersinclude most
' trade unions in the province. The federation seeks to

ensure fair wages safe job conditions for workers.
3110 Boundary Rd., Burnaby
430-1421

B.C. HUMAN RIGHTS COALITION fights
discrimination and provides information, resources and
counseling on human rights issues and complaints.
107 - 96 East Broadway

872-5638

B.C. PEACE COUNCIL is a networking organization
within the peace movement that coordinates events and
provides information to the public.

685-9958

B.C. PUBLIC INTEREST RESEARCH GROUP conducts
action oriented research and lobbying in the community
interest.

TC -304 Simon Fraser University

291-4360

CANADIAN FEDERATION OF STUDENTS (CES) is a

national student-operated organization founded to

represent the needs and concerns of -secondary

students to the government, the public and school
~ administrations. Douglas College Student Society is

a member of CFS and is accountable to you.

CFS - B.C: 733-1880

CFS - National: (613) 232-7394

COLLEGEINSTITUTE EDUCATOR’S ASSOCIATION
OF B.C. works on behalf of faculty to promote quality
instruction and accessible post-secondary education.
302 - 1401 West 8th Ave.

736-0311

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COMMITTEE FOR RACIAL JUSTICE is an umbrella
organization that includes community, labour, religious
and service groups working against racism.

1414 West 12th Ave.

738-7711

CO-OPERATIVE HOUSING FEDERATION provides
advocacy and information services for member co-ops. It
also provides a waiting list for affordable housing for
interested members of the public.

879-5111

Public Information Line 879-5112

CO-OP RADIO 102.7 FM is the only volunteer run,
listener supported, community radio station outside of
Quebec. It even has a show for lesbians! Call for a run-
down of their programming. 684-8494

CRISIS INTERVENTION & SUICIDE PREVENTION
CENTRE 733-1171
24-hour Distress Line 733-4111

DIAL-A-LAW operatesa library oftapesto giving general
information over the phone. The — are prepared by
lawyers involved in civil rights, family, and criminal law.
687-4680

DIVERSITY - THE LESBIAN RAG is a monthly
community Te especially for ... yes! Lesbians.
Diversity isavailableat abetter, moreprogressive bookstore
near you (right beside Angles). ;

DOWNTOWN EASTSIDE RESIDENTS
ASSOCIATION (DERA) isanadvocacy group fortenants
in the downtown eastside area, working to protect the
rights of tenants. ;
682-0931

DOWNTOWN EASTSIDE WOMEN’S CENTRE
operates ona drop-in basisand providescrisis counseling,
English as a Second Language classes, and assertiveness
training.

44 East Cordova

681-8480

EL SALVADOR INFORMATION OFFICE maintains a
resource centre and library to provide information on
current situations in El Salvador. The centre works in
support of the Farbundo Marti National Liberation Front
aod the Democratic Revolution Front. 684-7342

—— SKILLS wie apie offers a twelve
week yyment course for women re-entering the
ae Participants are paid an hourly wage.

1652 West 8th Ave.

736-7775

END THE ARMS RACE is a massive coalition of 250
peace and disarmament groups from the lower mainland.
The coalition is instrumental in organizing Vancouver's
annual Walk for Peace as well as the Canadian Peace
Pledge Campaign and the Nuclear Weapons Free Zone

1708 West 16th Ave. t
736-2366

SAFER offers counseling and support to persons who
have attempted or contemplated suicide, or have had
someone close to them die of a suicide.

300 - 2425 Quebec St.

879-9251 °

SAVE OUR SEAS isa collective of individuals dedicated

  

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to making Vancouver harbour free of nuclear-armed
warships through non-violent protest.
3350 West 8th Ave.

+ 731-1266

SEA SHEPHERD CONSERVATION SOCIETY is
working to preserve wildlife and advocates animal rights
through direct, non-violent action.

P.O. Box 48466 Vancouver

688-7325

SOCIAL PLANNING & RESEARCH COUNCIL OF
B.C. researches housing, poverty and social programs,
and maintains a resource library which is open to the
public. It also issues parking placards for people with
disabilities.

106 - 2182 West 12th Ave.

736-8118

SOCIETY PROMOTING ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSERVATION promotes alternative energy and
advocates the conservation of resources.

106 - 2182 West 12th Ave.

736-7732

SPARTACUS BOOKS carries an impressive array of
socialist, left leaning literature on a wide variety of topics.
311 West Hastings

668-6138

TENANTS RIGHTS ACTION CENTRE is a resource
centre providing information and assistance in the
formation of tenant's committees within building or
neighbourhoods. Workshops, training seminars and
advocate services are also available.

255-3099

THE WOMEN’S BOOKSTOREsells new and used books
by and for women. It has a selection of feminist
theory and criticism. If a book you’re looking for is not in
stock, they'll order it in for you. Located right near
Gastown.

315 Cambie

684-0523

TOOLS FOR PEACE works with unions and the
community toraisefundstosend suppliesand equipment
for the people of war-torn Nicaragua. East 10th
Ave.

879-7216

URBAN IMAGES FOR NATIVE WOMEN is a pre-
employment training and support program for native
women that provides ing and skills development.
1-245 East Broadway

875-9211

VANCOUVER INCEST & SEXUAL ABUSE CENTRE
provides individual counseling for adults who were
sexually abused as children. It also offers support groups
and legal assistance for victims of sexual abuse.

103 - 4338 Main St.

738-3512

"VANCOUVER INDIAN CENTRE (THE FRIENDSHIP

CENTRE) provides programs for all ages, including a
ily drop-in, and recreational activities. ;

1607 Hastings St.

251-4844

VANCOUVER LESBIAN CONNECTION (VLC) is a
drop-in centre for lesbians. It offers resources on social,
political and cultural events in a safe environment. The

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VLC organizes coffee houses and support groups.
876 Commercial Dr.
254-8458

VANCOUVER RAPE RELIEF & WOMEN’S SHELTER
offers confidential service for women who have been
raped or battered, providing emotional support, legal and
medical advocacy, group and/or individual counseling ©
and emergency shelter. A public education program and
publications on violenceagainst womenarealsoavailable.
VRR is autonomously funded and run.

24-hour Emergency Line 872-8212

VANCOUVER SOCIETY ON IMMIGRANT WOMEN
is working forimmigrant womeninB.C. Itofferslanguage
training, child care and social services. ,
2524 Cypress St.

731-9108

VANCOUVERSTATUS OF WOMEN workstoimprove
the status of women in society through a variety of
activities, including advocating for positive change in
legislation.

301-1720

VANCOUVER WOMEN’S HEALTH COLLECTIVE
offers self-help groups, a public health series, and birth
control, pregnancy and abortion counseling. Health
professionals areavailableto help you with your needs. A
medical resource library is also available. 302 - 1720

*Grant St.

255-8285

VENEREAL DISEASE INFORMATION LINE offers a
taped message which provides information on sexually
transmitted diseases.

872-1238

VICTIMS LINEisa ce-wideservice which provides
information and referrals for victims of crime.
1-800-VICTIMS

WESTERN CANADIAN FEMINIST COUNSELING
ASSOCIATION makes referrals for those interested in
feminist counseling.

732-8013

WOMEN AGAINST VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN
(WAVAW) is a confidential service offering legal and
medical support and counseling for victims of sexual
violence.

Office 875-1328

24-hour Crisis Line 875-6011

WOMEN EDUCATED IN SELF-DEFENSE TRAINING
isa volunteer organization teaching self-defensetechniques
to women and children.

876-6390

WOMEN’S RESEARCH CENTRE does research for
women’s groups and provides consultations and
workshopsonevaluation,research methods, organizational
development and women’s issues.

101 - 2245 West Broadway

734-0485

WOMEN’S RESOURCES CENTRE is a free drop-in
centre with alife-planning service for women. Workshops
include job hunting and managing depression.

1144 Robson St.

685-3934