HOW GUARDIANS MAKE A DIFFERENCE
RALLY FOR CHANGE
A community rally that addressed what’s being called a ‘mental health and addictions crisis’ in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The rally was planned by Tina Olivero, who’s 20-year-old son, Ben, died of an overdose in downtown St. John’s.
The event took place at the Confederation Building, the Minister of Health and the Minister of Justice also spoke in the rally.
BEN'S BENEFIT CONCERT
A RECOVERY REVOLUTION EVENT - Illuminating the Shadows of Addiction.
The event's purpose goes beyond entertainment; it's a platform for de-stigmatization. Tina emphasizes, "Underneath stigma lies fear, born out of a lack of knowledge. We must educate and elevate understanding about addiction as a brain illness, where those affected cannot make decisions in their own best interest."