Ashley Lynch, Outreach Coordinator for our CHOICES harm reduction program, wrote an article for City Limits about the need for greater investments in harm reduction. “Syringe Service Programs are another crucial component of harm reduction. These initiatives not only help prevent the spread of infections, but also establish points of contact where individuals can begin to build trust with a community provider and access resources, counseling, and referral services. By meeting people where they are, syringe exchange programs break down barriers to seeking support, no matter what that looks like for the individual” Ashley writes.
At Alliance, we believe in promoting the dignity, health, and safety of people who use drugs. We also support the journey of people entering or sustaining recovery from substance use, on International Overdose Awareness Day, and every day of the year!
