Substance Use

Braunz E. Courtney discusses impactful engagement of people who actively use drugs, chaotic use versus abstinence, and working in the spectrum of harm reduction.

Jason Norelli explores the intersectionality of the faith-based community and syringe services by highlighting the successful work that Glide Foundation has provided through its HIV/Hep C and Harm Reduction Services Program.

Sam Junge and Elona Dellabough-Gormley provide an overview of the principles and practices that can help traditional syringe services programs advance to a radical version of harm reduction centered on the voices and needs of people who use drugs.

Sam Junge, Angie Pittaluga, and Tommy Rayes highlight what makes an effective syringe services program by sharing what’s working and where change needs to happen.

Carsen Beckwith explores culture and the principles of cultural humility while reflecting on the issues of implicit bias to help providers build more meaningful and respectful relationships with SSP participants.