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Harm Reduction

A21 - The Science Behind the Controversy: Emerging Harm Reduction Tactics

Monday, April 15, 2024
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM CT
Location: 274, Level 2, ACCC
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Harm reduction as an evidence-based practice has existed for decades but are often still viewed as controversial. Join a panel of grassroots experts as they dispel myths surrounding harm reduction tactics and discuss the proven impact of these approaches. Through case studies from three organizations, this workshop will demonstrate how contingency management treatment, overdose prevention sites and harm reduction vending machines help protect the health and wellbeing of those with substance use challenges. Attendees will gain insight into the science behind these tactics, and the potential harm reduction holds for helping people in need.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the approaches of contingency management treatment, overdose prevention sites and harm reduction vending machines.
  • Discuss the evidence behind these approaches for protecting the health and wellbeing of both individuals who use drugs and surrounding communities.
  • Summarize the results of three organizations’ programs offering harm reduction and/or substance use disorder treatment services in their communities.
  • Identify useful language and framing to discuss harm reduction tactics with intentionality.