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Shivani Devika

Shivani Devika

Shivani often likes to believe she is the queen of sarcasm, even though her jokes makes no one laugh except herself.

Conversation

Mental health crises in public spaces deserve to be met with compassion and support
Shaming, belittling or degrading someone for experiencing a mental health episode is never okay.
February 16, 2023
Arts & culture

Selena Gomez’s ‘My Mind and Me’ is a candid look at navigating mental illness in the spotlight
The documentary dives into the trials and tribulations Gomez navigated since her rise to stardom.
December 14, 2022
Arts & culture

Unpacking the depiction and discussion of people struggling with substance misuse on Euphoria
The way we speak about people struggling with substance misuse matters.
March 2, 2022
Conversation

Why we need trigger warnings on explicit content to avoid putting victims at further harm

Activists are calling for healthier and safer ways to speak about violence against women.
February 8, 2022
Community

A new children’s book on mental health dives into how kids can take care of their mind and body
Surrey model and mental health advocate Reshmi Chandra talks about her children's book.
January 19, 2022
Conversation

A Year in Review: 2021’s biggest moments and lessons
Some big lessons were learned in 2021.
December 28, 2021
Community

Navigating identity and lack of representation as an Indo-Fijian
Navigating identity as an Indo-Fijian
November 3, 2021
Conversation

It’s time we stop protecting abusers and start showing up for survivors of sexual violence
The protection of abusers come at a cost for survivors of sexual violence
October 6, 2021
What's trending

5X Weekly Roundup: Canadians told to stop using horse drug to treat COVID-19, Kanye & Drake’s feud continues, Texas’ horrific abortion ban & much more.

A quick breakdown of 5 trending stories that you may have missed this week.
September 3, 2021
What's trending

5X Weekly Roundup: Feedback on Sabyasachi’s collection with H&M, celebrities are not bathing, 9 years since Oak Creek & much more
A breakdown of 5 trending stories you may have missed this week.
August 11, 2021
News

Why Fiji’s Tokyo Olympics Rugby win is about more than just gold medals
FIji wins their second back to back medal at the Olympics.
August 3, 2021
Conversation

This is our Canada: Tackling the latest Anti-Muslim hate crime
The recent anti-Muslim hate crime calls for leaders to take action addressing white supremacy.
June 16, 2021

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