Stories
Stories are the best way to understand how our work is making a difference.
Get to know some of the people, ideas and inspiration behind our work.
Levers of Change in the RECOVER Urban Wellbeing Framework
This blog explains the levers in our wellbeing framework - the tools anyone can use to support wellbeing. Read about them here and think about how you might use them.
Words that make me go hmmm: Vulnerable
In this guest post, Bryony Shannon explores the word “vulnerable”, and why it is important to start using different language instead.
Questions for Connections: a new tool for exploring wellbeing
Since 2017, the RECOVER: Urban Wellbeing team has been working to address the complexity of wellness in Edmonton. We have created a new tool to help people explore what wellbeing means to them, and how they might further nurture it in their own lives and communities.
From Trauma Informed to Healing Centered
You’ve likely heard about trauma-informed approaches...healing centered engagement is an approach that goes beyond coping with symptoms of trauma - it focuses on restoration. Sue and Emma share highlights and explore links to RECOVER’s approach.
A Student Perspective on RECOVER’s Changemaking
Our student intern supporting the Auricle prototype, Emma Ash, shares her reflections on wellbeing, on what she is learning, on RECOVER Urban Wellbeing, and on the ability to make meaningful change.
What is Community Safety?
Community safety is more than the absence of crime or threat. It can’t be achieved solely through professional services. Read to consider the role of people in community, of the role you can play.