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			To date, 47 states and the District of Columbia have enacted both Good Samaritan and Naloxone Access laws as part of an effort to reduce overdose deaths, while encouraging individuals to respond to opioid overdoses. These laws protect people from certain criminal penalties if they call 911 to save an overdose victim. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) reviewed 17 studies on Samaritan and Naloxone laws and found a pattern of lower rates of opioid-related overdose deaths among states that have enacted Good Samaritan laws, as well as an increased likelihood of individuals calling 911 if they are aware of the laws <ref>https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-21-248</ref>

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	**'''"Opioid Overdose on Campus: Key Steps to Expand Harm Reduction Efforts"''' is a SAFE Project written article that equips students, staff, and faculty with the knowledge and tools to intervene effectively in an opioid emergency.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/campuses/opioid-overdose-harm-reduction/</ref>		**'''"Opioid Overdose on Campus: Key Steps to Expand Harm Reduction Efforts"''' is a SAFE Project written article that equips students, staff, and faculty with the knowledge and tools to intervene effectively in an opioid emergency.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/campuses/opioid-overdose-harm-reduction/</ref>
	**'''"Lessons Learned: The Truth About Harm Reduction"''' is a SAFE Project written article that explores the concept of harm reduction and offers resources on how to better implement harm reduction practices into substance use treatment programs.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/resource/the-truth-about-harm-reduction/#:~:text=Lessons%20Learned%3A%20The%20Truth%20About%20Harm%20Reduction&text=Harm%20reduction%20treats%20individuals%20with,be%20considered%20%E2%80%9Charm%20reduction%E2%80%9D%3F</ref>		**'''"Lessons Learned: The Truth About Harm Reduction"''' is a SAFE Project written article that explores the concept of harm reduction and offers resources on how to better implement harm reduction practices into substance use treatment programs.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/resource/the-truth-about-harm-reduction/#:~:text=Lessons%20Learned%3A%20The%20Truth%20About%20Harm%20Reduction&text=Harm%20reduction%20treats%20individuals%20with,be%20considered%20%E2%80%9Charm%20reduction%E2%80%9D%3F</ref>
	**'''"SAFE Community Playbook"''' is a downloadable resource that provides a blueprint on how communities can convene a local coalition, conduct an assessment, and prioritize actions to address the addiction epidemic.<https://www.safeproject.us/safe-community-playbook-and-safe-solutions/download/</ref>		**'''"SAFE Community Playbook"''' is a downloadable resource that provides a blueprint on how communities can convene a local coalition, conduct an assessment, and prioritize actions to address the addiction epidemic.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/safe-community-playbook-and-safe-solutions/download/</ref>

	* '''The National Harm Reduction Coalition''' works to create spaces for dialogue and action focused on harm reduction strategies. It hosts an annual conference and an online resource center. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/</ref> One example of the type of information available through the resource center is on Fentanyl test strips and safer use supplies. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/issues/fentanyl/</ref>		* '''The National Harm Reduction Coalition''' works to create spaces for dialogue and action focused on harm reduction strategies. It hosts an annual conference and an online resource center. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/</ref> One example of the type of information available through the resource center is on Fentanyl test strips and safer use supplies. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/issues/fentanyl/</ref>

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	* '''SAMHSA: Harm Reduction Framework''' This is the first document to comprehensively outline harm reduction and its role within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Framework was developed and written in partnership with the Harm Reduction Steering Committee, composed of harm reduction leaders from around the country. This group represents a broad array of backgrounds and experience, with most having lived experience of drug use. This document includes a definition of harm reduction, pillars and principles supporting that definition, and core practices that SAMHSA can support. <ref>https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/harm-reduction-framework.pdf</ref>		* '''SAMHSA: Harm Reduction Framework''' This is the first document to comprehensively outline harm reduction and its role within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Framework was developed and written in partnership with the Harm Reduction Steering Committee, composed of harm reduction leaders from around the country. This group represents a broad array of backgrounds and experience, with most having lived experience of drug use. This document includes a definition of harm reduction, pillars and principles supporting that definition, and core practices that SAMHSA can support. <ref>https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/harm-reduction-framework.pdf</ref>
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	*'''"Opioid Overdose on Campus: Key Steps to Expand Harm Reduction Efforts"''' is a SAFE Project written article that equips students, staff, and faculty with the knowledge and tools to intervene effectively in an opioid emergency.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/campuses/opioid-overdose-harm-reduction/</ref>		**'''"Opioid Overdose on Campus: Key Steps to Expand Harm Reduction Efforts"''' is a SAFE Project written article that equips students, staff, and faculty with the knowledge and tools to intervene effectively in an opioid emergency.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/campuses/opioid-overdose-harm-reduction/</ref>
	*'''"Lessons Learned: The Truth About Harm Reduction"''' is a SAFE Project written article that explores the concept of harm reduction and offers resources on how to better implement harm reduction practices into substance use treatment programs.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/resource/the-truth-about-harm-reduction/#:~:text=Lessons%20Learned%3A%20The%20Truth%20About%20Harm%20Reduction&text=Harm%20reduction%20treats%20individuals%20with,be%20considered%20%E2%80%9Charm%20reduction%E2%80%9D%3F</ref>		**'''"Lessons Learned: The Truth About Harm Reduction"''' is a SAFE Project written article that explores the concept of harm reduction and offers resources on how to better implement harm reduction practices into substance use treatment programs.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/resource/the-truth-about-harm-reduction/#:~:text=Lessons%20Learned%3A%20The%20Truth%20About%20Harm%20Reduction&text=Harm%20reduction%20treats%20individuals%20with,be%20considered%20%E2%80%9Charm%20reduction%E2%80%9D%3F</ref>
	*'''"SAFE Community Playbook"''' is a downloadable resource that provides a blueprint on how communities can convene a local coalition, conduct an assessment, and prioritize actions to address the addiction epidemic.<https://www.safeproject.us/safe-community-playbook-and-safe-solutions/download/</ref>		**'''"SAFE Community Playbook"''' is a downloadable resource that provides a blueprint on how communities can convene a local coalition, conduct an assessment, and prioritize actions to address the addiction epidemic.<https://www.safeproject.us/safe-community-playbook-and-safe-solutions/download/</ref>

	* '''The National Harm Reduction Coalition''' works to create spaces for dialogue and action focused on harm reduction strategies. It hosts an annual conference and an online resource center. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/</ref> One example of the type of information available through the resource center is on Fentanyl test strips and safer use supplies. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/issues/fentanyl/</ref>		* '''The National Harm Reduction Coalition''' works to create spaces for dialogue and action focused on harm reduction strategies. It hosts an annual conference and an online resource center. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/</ref> One example of the type of information available through the resource center is on Fentanyl test strips and safer use supplies. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/issues/fentanyl/</ref>

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	* '''SAMHSA: Harm Reduction Framework''' This is the first document to comprehensively outline harm reduction and its role within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Framework was developed and written in partnership with the Harm Reduction Steering Committee, composed of harm reduction leaders from around the country. This group represents a broad array of backgrounds and experience, with most having lived experience of drug use. This document includes a definition of harm reduction, pillars and principles supporting that definition, and core practices that SAMHSA can support. <ref>https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/harm-reduction-framework.pdf</ref>		* '''SAMHSA: Harm Reduction Framework''' This is the first document to comprehensively outline harm reduction and its role within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Framework was developed and written in partnership with the Harm Reduction Steering Committee, composed of harm reduction leaders from around the country. This group represents a broad array of backgrounds and experience, with most having lived experience of drug use. This document includes a definition of harm reduction, pillars and principles supporting that definition, and core practices that SAMHSA can support. <ref>https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/harm-reduction-framework.pdf</ref>
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			*'''"Opioid Overdose on Campus: Key Steps to Expand Harm Reduction Efforts"''' is a SAFE Project written article that equips students, staff, and faculty with the knowledge and tools to intervene effectively in an opioid emergency.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/campuses/opioid-overdose-harm-reduction/</ref>
			*'''"Lessons Learned: The Truth About Harm Reduction"''' is a SAFE Project written article that explores the concept of harm reduction and offers resources on how to better implement harm reduction practices into substance use treatment programs.<ref>https://www.safeproject.us/resource/the-truth-about-harm-reduction/#:~:text=Lessons%20Learned%3A%20The%20Truth%20About%20Harm%20Reduction&text=Harm%20reduction%20treats%20individuals%20with,be%20considered%20%E2%80%9Charm%20reduction%E2%80%9D%3F</ref>
			*'''"SAFE Community Playbook"''' is a downloadable resource that provides a blueprint on how communities can convene a local coalition, conduct an assessment, and prioritize actions to address the addiction epidemic.<https://www.safeproject.us/safe-community-playbook-and-safe-solutions/download/</ref>

	* '''The National Harm Reduction Coalition''' works to create spaces for dialogue and action focused on harm reduction strategies. It hosts an annual conference and an online resource center. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/</ref> One example of the type of information available through the resource center is on Fentanyl test strips and safer use supplies. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/issues/fentanyl/</ref>		* '''The National Harm Reduction Coalition''' works to create spaces for dialogue and action focused on harm reduction strategies. It hosts an annual conference and an online resource center. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/</ref> One example of the type of information available through the resource center is on Fentanyl test strips and safer use supplies. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/issues/fentanyl/</ref>
	* '''Harm Reduction International''' uses data and advocacy to promote harm reduction and drug policy reform. It promotes rights-based and evidence-informed responses to drug use in order to contribute to healthier and safer societies. <ref>https://hri.global/what-is-harm-reduction/</ref>		* '''Harm Reduction International''' uses data and advocacy to promote harm reduction and drug policy reform. It promotes rights-based and evidence-informed responses to drug use in order to contribute to healthier and safer societies. <ref>https://hri.global/what-is-harm-reduction/</ref>

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	* '''Next Distro''' is an online and mail-based harm reduction service designed to reduce opioid overdose death, prevent injection-related disease transmission, and improve the lives of people who use drugs. <ref>https://nextdistro.org/</ref>		* '''Next Distro''' is an online and mail-based harm reduction service designed to reduce opioid overdose death, prevent injection-related disease transmission, and improve the lives of people who use drugs. <ref>https://nextdistro.org/</ref>
	*'''TIME: What Harm Reduction Taught Me About My Ex's Addiction—And Myself.''' This article provides an account of the experience of folks whose loved ones struggle with substance use, recovery, and who utilize harm reduction services. The level of vulnerability is rare, making this a valuable resource, especially in on-campus work. <ref>https://docs.google.com/document/d/19uUqV2xRCD8aqmMGbwUcGppca56813oASXa6vATYovU/edit</ref>		*'''TIME: What Harm Reduction Taught Me About My Ex's Addiction—And Myself.''' This article provides an account of the experience of folks whose loved ones struggle with substance use, recovery, and who utilize harm reduction services. The level of vulnerability is rare, making this a valuable resource, especially in on-campus work. <ref>https://docs.google.com/document/d/19uUqV2xRCD8aqmMGbwUcGppca56813oASXa6vATYovU/edit</ref>
			*'''The Network for Public Health Law "Policies in Schools to Reduce Overdose and Other Drug-related Harm"''' Webinar explores substance abuse policy issues in schools.<ref>https://www.networkforphl.org/resources/policies-in-schools-to-reduce-overdose-and-other-drug-related-harm/</ref>

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	Harm reduction ~~has been defined~~ as "policies and programs which aim to reduce the health, social, and economic costs of legal and illegal psychoactive drug use ''without necessarily reducing'' drug consumption." <ref>https://harmreductionjournal.biomedcentral.com</ref> The ~~principles of~~ harm reduction ~~set out by~~ the ~~National Harm Reduction~~ Coalition ~~include:~~ <ref>https://harmreduction.org</ref>		The Harm Reduction Journal defines harm reduction as "policies and programs which aim to reduce the health, social, and economic costs of legal and illegal psychoactive drug use ''without necessarily reducing'' drug consumption." <ref>https://harmreductionjournal.biomedcentral.com</ref> The Harm Reduction Coalition defines harm reduction as "a range of widely accepted public health policies, practices, and programs that seek to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with drug use and sexual activity, while respecting the autonomy, rights, and dignity of people who use drugs or engage in sex work.” <ref>https://www.prisonpolicy.org/scans/vera/public-health-and-policing.pdf</ref> The Coalition has developed the following eight principles to guide to communities and agencies in effective harm reduction policies and programs. <ref>https://harmreduction.org/about-us/principles-of-harm-reduction/</ref>

	*~~Accepts~~, for better or worse, that licit and illicit drug use is part of our world and chooses to work to minimize its harmful effects rather than simply ignore or condemn them		*Accept, for better or worse, that licit and illicit drug use is part of our world and chooses to work to minimize its harmful effects rather than simply ignore or condemn them.

	*~~Ensures~~ that ~~people who use drugs and those~~ with ~~a history of~~ drug use ~~routinely have a real voice in the creation of programs and policies designed to serve them~~		*Do not attempt to minimize or ignore the real and tragic harm and danger that can be associated with illicit drug use.

	*~~Affirms~~ people who use drugs themselves as the primary agents of reducing the harms of their drug use and seeks to empower them to share information and support each other in strategies that meet their actual conditions of use		*Affirm people who use drugs themselves as the primary agents of reducing the harms of their drug use and seeks to empower them to share information and support each other in strategies that meet their actual conditions of use.

	*~~Calls for the non-judgmental, non~~-~~coercive provision~~ of ~~services and resources to people who~~ use ~~drugs~~ and ~~the communities in which they live in order to assist them in reducing attendant harm~~		*Establish quality of individual and community life and well-being — not necessarily cessation of all drug use — as the criteria for successful interventions and policies.

	*~~Recognizes~~ that ~~the realities~~ of ~~poverty, class, racism, social isolation, past trauma, sex-based discrimination~~, and ~~other social inequalities affect both people’s vulnerability to and capacity for effectively dealing with drug-related harm~~		*Understand drug use as a complex, multi-faceted phenomenon that encompasses a continuum of behaviors from severe use to total abstinence, and acknowledges that some ways of using drugs are clearly safer than others.

	*~~Does not attempt to minimize or ignore the real~~ and ~~tragic harm and danger that can be associated~~ with ~~illicit~~ drug use		*Ensure that people who use drugs and those with a history of drug use routinely have a real voice in the creation of programs and policies designed to serve them.

	*~~Understands drug use as a complex~~, ~~multi~~-~~faceted phenomenon that encompasses a continuum~~ of ~~behaviors from severe~~ use to ~~total abstinence, and acknowledges that some ways of using drugs are clearly safer than others~~		*Call for the non-judgmental, non-coercive provision of services and resources to people who use drugs and the communities in which they live in order to assist them in reducing attendant harm.

	*~~Establishes quality~~ of ~~individual~~ and ~~community life~~ and ~~well~~-~~being — not necessarily cessation of all drug use — as the criteria for successful interventions and policies~~		*Recognize that the realities of poverty, class, racism, social isolation, past trauma, sex-based discrimination, and other social inequalities affect both people’s vulnerability to and capacity for effectively dealing with drug-related harm.

	The cluster of SAFE wiki articles on harm reduction explore, in greater detail, many strategies used in communities across the country to achieve the outcomes sought by harm reduction advocates and practitioners. While the list below is not a complete inventory of research-based strategies, it includes approaches that challenge the stigma that is targeted at people who use drugs. Four of the most widely adopted strategies include:		The cluster of SAFE wiki articles on harm reduction explore, in greater detail, many strategies used in communities across the country to achieve the outcomes sought by harm reduction advocates and practitioners. While the list below is not a complete inventory of research-based strategies, it includes approaches that challenge the stigma that is targeted at people who use drugs. Four of the most widely adopted strategies include:

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	* '''Harm Reduction International''' uses data and advocacy to promote harm reduction and drug policy reform. It promotes rights-based and evidence-informed responses to drug use in order to contribute to healthier and safer societies. <ref>https://hri.global/what-is-harm-reduction/</ref>		* '''Harm Reduction International''' uses data and advocacy to promote harm reduction and drug policy reform. It promotes rights-based and evidence-informed responses to drug use in order to contribute to healthier and safer societies. <ref>https://hri.global/what-is-harm-reduction/</ref>
	* '''SAFER-U: Strategies, Awareness, and Fentanyl Education Resources for Universities.''' This is an online training which models a Fentanyl eduction approach. The content of this training is available for reproduction and localized implementation. <ref>https://wvdii.thinkific.com/courses/saferU</ref>		* '''SAFER-U: Strategies, Awareness, and Fentanyl Education Resources for Universities.''' This is an online training which models a Fentanyl eduction approach. The content of this training is available for reproduction and localized implementation. <ref>https://wvdii.thinkific.com/courses/saferU</ref>
	* '''Axios: Why more states are decriminalizing Fentanyl test strips.''' This quick overview provides insight into the rapidly shifting landscape around Fentanyl testing strips around the nation. A number of additional resources are linked. <ref>https://www.axios.com/2023/04/20/red-states-drug-use-fentanyl-test-strips</ref>
	* '''WTFentanyl''' Physician experts in poisoning and emergency care created this site to correct Fentanyl misinformation. <ref>https://wtfentanyl.com/#about</ref>
	* '''Dance Safe''' offers an improved Fentanyl test strip for the harm reduction community. <ref>https://dancesafe.org/fentanyl/</ref>
	* '''Never Use Alone (NUA)''' is a peer-led nonprofit. Their staff and volunteers have lived experience with substance use and have been impacted by the drug overdose crisis. They provide compassionate phone support regarding personal use or use by a loved one. <ref>https://neverusealone.com/</ref>		* '''Never Use Alone (NUA)''' is a peer-led nonprofit. Their staff and volunteers have lived experience with substance use and have been impacted by the drug overdose crisis. They provide compassionate phone support regarding personal use or use by a loved one. <ref>https://neverusealone.com/</ref>
	* '''Next Distro''' is an online and mail-based harm reduction service designed to reduce opioid overdose death, prevent injection-related disease transmission, and improve the lives of people who use drugs. <ref>https://nextdistro.org/</ref>		* '''Next Distro''' is an online and mail-based harm reduction service designed to reduce opioid overdose death, prevent injection-related disease transmission, and improve the lives of people who use drugs. <ref>https://nextdistro.org/</ref>

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	*Establishes quality of individual and community life and well-being — not necessarily cessation of all drug use — as the criteria for successful interventions and policies		*Establishes quality of individual and community life and well-being — not necessarily cessation of all drug use — as the criteria for successful interventions and policies

	The cluster of SAFE wiki articles on harm reduction explore, in greater detail, many strategies used in communities across the country to achieve the outcomes sought by harm reduction advocates and practitioners. While the list below is not a complete inventory of research-based strategies, it includes approaches that challenge the stigma that is targeted at people who use drugs. ~~Three~~ of the most widely adopted strategies include:		The cluster of SAFE wiki articles on harm reduction explore, in greater detail, many strategies used in communities across the country to achieve the outcomes sought by harm reduction advocates and practitioners. While the list below is not a complete inventory of research-based strategies, it includes approaches that challenge the stigma that is targeted at people who use drugs. Four of the most widely adopted strategies include:

	* '''Naloxone Training and Distribution.''' Naloxone HCl is a life-saving medication specifically useful in the reversal of an opioid overdose. Also known by its name brand, Narcan, this medication is used via a syringe or a nasal spray by a bystander who intervenes in a suspected overdose. Naloxone does not have the potential for misuse. Naloxone is available to most Americans without a prescription from pharmacies. Saving a life provides the opportunity to find recovery. A wide variety of stakeholders are engaged in this strategy because there is no such thing as too many opportunities to get a use overdose reversal medication. Efforts are often accompanied with public awareness campaigns that inform the public about where to get Naloxone and encourage active users not to use alone.		* '''Naloxone Training and Distribution.''' Naloxone HCl is a life-saving medication specifically useful in the reversal of an opioid overdose. Also known by its name brand, Narcan, this medication is used via a syringe or a nasal spray by a bystander who intervenes in a suspected overdose. Naloxone does not have the potential for misuse. Naloxone is available to most Americans without a prescription from pharmacies. Saving a life provides the opportunity to find recovery. A wide variety of stakeholders are engaged in this strategy because there is no such thing as too many opportunities to get a use overdose reversal medication. Efforts are often accompanied with public awareness campaigns that inform the public about where to get Naloxone and encourage active users not to use alone.

			*'''Increase Distribution of Fentanyl Testing Strips.''' This provides a way for users to detect the presence of Fentanyl and to prevent the risk of overdose. Likewise, access to testing strips opens additional options for users to reduce harm or learn about treatment opportunities.

	*'''Expansion of Needle Exchange Programs.''' The use of non-sanitized needles or the re-use and sharing of syringes can lead to infection, the spread of disease, and create a tremendous increase in healthcare-related costs. The investment of a few cents in a single clean needle that can be accessed by users can save thousands of dollars. Having people participate in needle exchange programs provides another opportunity to connect with others and to services. As with most harm reduction strategies, there is an element of stigma which needs to be overcome, both with the user and the public. Many people in the public see these programs as enabling harmful or immoral behaviors.		*'''Expansion of Needle Exchange Programs.''' The use of non-sanitized needles or the re-use and sharing of syringes can lead to infection, the spread of disease, and create a tremendous increase in healthcare-related costs. The investment of a few cents in a single clean needle that can be accessed by users can save thousands of dollars. Having people participate in needle exchange programs provides another opportunity to connect with others and to services. As with most harm reduction strategies, there is an element of stigma which needs to be overcome, both with the user and the public. Many people in the public see these programs as enabling harmful or immoral behaviors.

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			An additional category of harm reduction is MAT (medically-assisted treatment). This a complex topic which warrants a detailed focus under the treatment domain. See the SAFE Solution article titled "Expand Access to Medicated Assisted Treatment/Recovery (MAT/MAR)." <ref>https://www.yoursafesolutions.us/wiki/Expand_Access_to_Medicated_Assisted_Treatment/Recovery_(MAT/MAR)</ref>

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	Harm reduction supports interventions which are aimed at reducing ~~the~~ negative effects ~~of health behaviors~~ without necessarily completely extinguishing potentially harmful behaviors. In a substance use disorder setting, harm reduction seeks to keep individuals alive while minimizing negative health impacts that can result from active substance use. It is not the primary goal of harm reduction strategies to get someone into treatment and recovery. Harm reduction is rooted in the view that we need to meet people where they are - and many are not ready to accept or able to access treatment or recovery. That being said, those involved in harm reduction work are nearly always ready to assist someone in getting connected to services if they express a desire to get additional support. As many in the harm reduction community will say, a dead person cannot recover.		Harm reduction supports interventions which are aimed at reducing negative effects without necessarily completely extinguishing potentially harmful behaviors. In a substance use disorder setting, harm reduction seeks to keep individuals alive while minimizing negative health impacts that can result from active substance use. It is not the primary goal of harm reduction strategies to get someone into treatment and recovery. Harm reduction is rooted in the view that we need to meet people where they are - and many are not ready to accept or able to access treatment or recovery. That being said, those involved in harm reduction work are nearly always ready to assist someone in getting connected to services if they express a desire to get additional support. As many in the harm reduction community will say, a dead person cannot recover.

	The term harm reduction involves addressing all types of harm, including:		The term harm reduction involves addressing all types of harm, including: