National Black Harm Reduction Network
Policy & Advocacy, Technical Assistance
About
The National Black Harm Reduction Network is dedicated to advancing harm reduction principles that optimize health and wellness for Black people who are disproportionately harmed by public health initiatives, the criminal legal system, and drug policies.
OUR APPROACH
- Advocacy and Policy: Be the national voice that advocates for Black-centered federal & state public health, criminal legal system, and drug policies.
- Network Building: Support regional networks of Black-led & Black-centered harm reduction initiatives.
Support
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Policy & Advocacy
Our work includes opioid settlement advocacy for Black communities, a leadership training program for Black harm reductionists, and partnerships on Black Parents Against Overdose and You Have the Power to Save Lives national naloxone campaign. If you want to learn more: please connect with us at info@nbhrn.org
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Technical Assistance
We provide supportive, sustainable mentorship and technical assistance (TA) to Black harm reductionists on substance use and intersecting issues to community-based organizations and government entities.