In most Canadian prisons, prisoners do not have access to the Internet or to sufficient library resources. SFPIRG’s Letters For The Inside project enables SFU students to make use of the amazing access to information we have, and support prisoners’ continual learning by researching their requests for information. Become a...
Read moreabout:Letters For The Inside Volunteer Orientation – Fall 2017

Take part in a day of facilitated discussion and practical skills building to gain a better understanding of oppression and ways to stand up for yourself and others when you see it playing out in daily life. This workshop will take a “no blame, no shame” approach to the issues....
Read moreabout:No Blame, No Shame! Intersectional Anti-Oppression 101

Everyone is welcome to join this workshop that aims to break down the shadows of the past and how they influence today's Indigenous communities! Drop ins are welcome! For more information, please visit the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1928084540535354/

Part of Disability Awareness Week 2017, brought to you by the Committee To End Ableism!   While Canada champions itself as an open and welcoming country for immigrants and refugees from around the world, oppressive and discriminatory clauses in the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act explicitly exclude people with disabilities. Join...
Read moreabout:Excessive Demands: A critical look at section 38(1)(c) of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Act

In a society enmeshed in rape culture, it is vital that we empower and equip ourselves and each other to support survivors of sexual violence. The words we use to talk about sexual violence are powerful - they can perpetuate harm, or they can cultivate healing. Open to everyone, this workshop...
Read moreabout:Power in Our Words: Talking about sexual violence

Feel lost at sea? Volunteer with SFPIRG! Help save student activism on campus, find community, build campaign skills, and volunteer with SFPIRG! Learn more about how you can get involved during one of our volunteer orientation sessions! JAN 23 | JAN 24 | JAN 25 12:30-1:30pm SFPIRG Lounge - TC...
Read moreabout:Volunteer Orientations – Spring 2018

SFPIRG is a student-funded non-profit organization, autonomous from both the University and the Student Society. We receive $3 each semester from each full time student and $1.50 from each part time student. Therefore, after paying their student fees, all students are members of SFPIRG and can use the resources available...
Read moreabout:Fee Refunds – Spring 2018

Want to make a difference? Join SFPIRG’s Board of Directors! Nomination period is February 19th to March 5th, 2018 Nominations info session is February 21st from 12:30-2:30pm @ SFPIRG, TC 326 in the Rotunda Get active in social and environmental justice! Gain valuable experience in leading a non-profit organization! Learn...
Read moreabout:Board Nominations 2018

Want to make a difference? Join SFPIRG’s Board of Directors! Get active in social and environmental justice! Gain valuable experience in leading a non-profit organization! Learn about governance, finances, HR, visioning and more! Help support a vibrant student organization! Interested? Want to learn more? Attend thIS nominations info session or email...
Read moreabout:Board Nominations Info Session

Usamah Ansari Creative Justice Award - $500 grant for a creative resistance project In memory of SFPIRG volunteer Usamah Ansari, this annual award supports creative social justice work including art, poetry, music and writing. Individuals or groups can apply. Priority given to SFU students with a fully realizable creative resistance...
Read moreabout:Usamah Ansari Creative Justice Award Deadline