Alison Stoecker

Mar 6, 2023 | newthinking.com | Alison Stoecker |David Haldane |Jaclyn Johnston |Nikki Muller

My five-year stint in Parliament ended after the 2019 General Elections, after which I’d never return to government. I was heart-broken, yet the many messages of support from the young people who had passed through our offices was life-affirming. They enjoyed their time politicking with us, and our way of supporting them inspired them to want a better society and to find ways to change old systems that no longer work for us as a whole.

Feb 17, 2023 | newthinking.com | Amanda Deibert |Alison Stoecker |Mo Barrett |Don Kaufman

Black history should be celebrated year-round; and for allies seeking to do their part in this celebration, the first step is to amplify Black voices. So, as a white woman, instead of writing an article about how to be an ally during Black History Month, I’ve decided to fill this piece with links to read and organizations you should check out.

Feb 3, 2023 | newthinking.com | Amanda Knox |Sean Parker |Jemima Atar |Alison Stoecker

It’s only been a week since my partner’s passing…my thoughts won’t settle. Confusion drifts into panic, and at some point, numbness. I know I’m not unfeeling; in fact, I am overwhelmed with emotion. Emotion leaks out of my eyes and body in gallons—lost in large, salty waves. Drowning, I find it impossible to breathe…  I hold my breath. I’d been invited for tea at the vicarage. The vicar residing over the funeral had requested to meet me to discuss Jesse and the service arrangements.