[Viva] March Groups

[Peggy Frank]

Hi

If I were in Vancouver I would be happy to attend.  Thanks Margarite. 

I want to share news that came in from one of the researchers on a CHIWOS, WATCH study team member, Angela. As you may know research is being conducted regarding the impact of criminalization on the lives of positive women. I would be happy to share what I can about the law, but suggest that there are others in Vancouver much more knowledgeable than I. I certainly don’t have an answer regarding what we should do given the current craziness. 

>> I’m sorry to share this horrible news with you but a woman in Manitoba was just sentenced to 2 years less a day in prison for HIV non-disclosure. The language used in this article is absolutely appalling. An indication of the gross injustice of this law and how much work we have ahead of us:
>> http://www.winnipegsun.com/2016/03/01/jail-for-hiv-positive-trysts<http://www.winnipegsun.com/2016/03/01/jail-for-hiv-positive-trysts> <http://www.winnipegsun.com/2016/03/01/jail-for-hiv-positive-trysts%3Chttp://www.winnipegsun.com/2016/03/01/jail-for-hiv-positive-trysts%3E>
I’m trying to write an encouraging letter to her through her lawyer, so that she understands that she has some support. I worry about suicide. I would feel so helpless if it were me. Know that I feel blessed to have met each of you. If I don’t write often its because I am trying to write a big thing called a book and it's taking way too long and way too much energy. Or I am out enjoying life — which I do regularly. Love to everyone.  -peg

> On Mar 4, 2016, at 2:51 PM, Margarite Sanchez <margaritesanchez at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Hi gals,
> Here are the March groups:
> Friday. March 11th (aboriginal women's group), 11:30 -1:30 at PWN. Lunch served. 
> Wednesday, March 16th, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Vancouver Women's Health Collective. Dinner served.
> Friday, March 18th, 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. at the Oak Tree Clinic. Lunch served. 
> Monday, March 21st, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Positive Haven, Surrey. Lunch served.
> Important: If childcare is needed please call Jane at 604 875-3755 <tel:604%20875-3755>
> The oaktree group will be celebrating 5 years!! 
> And there will be cake :)
> Hope you can make it! 
> 
> Margarite
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Peggy Frank
http://peggyfrank.blogspot.ca/
www.positivelyafrica.org

“I have been and still am a seeker,
but I have ceased to question stars and books;
I have begun to listen to the teachings
My blood whispers to me.”
- Herman Hesse







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