We have an important programming update as well as a sneak peak at some of the things Convivial is rolling out as we start to turn towards summer! Starting May 18, Convivial will start charging a fee for our weekly Peer Mental Health Support Group meetings. Outside of our…

I was six years old on September 11th, 2001 when the twin towers came down. The national tragedy happened the day after my childhood dog passed away. She always loved to bark at airplanes. I remember my mom saying the U.S. would go to war because of what happened. She…

By Antonio Foushee Edited by Maia D. (they/them) Did you know that having HIV/AIDS can pose legal threats in 37states? During the beginning of the HIV/AIDS pandemic, in the 1980s, legislation was passed in an attempt to “curb the spread” of the disease. …

Why overly ambitious New Year Resolutions are out of rhythm with the season — Ever make New Year resolutions only to fall short of reaching your goals? You’re definitely not alone. Maybe you tell yourself you’re just lazy. Maybe you think you need to push yourself harder in order to make this year the year of big changes. …

During the almost two-year span of the coronavirus pandemic, we’ve seen countless conversations about vaccine development, safety, efficacy, access, and mandates peppering the news. The term “anti-vaxxer” has become common in our collective vocabulary. …

Content Warning: Indigenous Genocide, Cultural Genocide, Anti-Native Racism, Cultural and Historical Trauma Many of us gathered with loved ones this week to celebrate an uniquely American holiday. Thanksgiving, for some of us, is a time to practice gratitude, share food, and create community with those we hold dear. …

Why Should Everyone Get Money from the Government? — During the 2020 U.S. Presidential Election Primaries, Andrew Yang, running as a Democrat, proposed an idea that’s been gaining popularity since: universal basic income. Now, he proposes another basic income idea for New York City. “Universal basic income (UBI) is a government program in which every adult citizen receives a…

Self-care Isn’t Selfish. Content Warning: Brief Mention of Depression, Anxiety, and Suicidal Ideation — “Self-Care” is a popular buzzword floating around the internet, TV, and even in our social circles. But what does this actually mean? It seems simple. “Self-Care” should mean caring for yourself. Though, all the things that might qualify as “self-care” make up an infinitely long list. How can we begin…

Content Warning: Suicide, Suicide Attempts, Suicidal Thoughts, Severe Mental Illness, Race, Gender Identity, Sexuality, Age, Income, Incarceration, Mention of Sexual Assault — September is National Suicide Prevention Month in the United States, and it’s easy to see why an entire month is dedicated to the issue. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that nearly 130 people die from suicide every day in this country. …