It's been a busy July at the Massachusetts Statehouse, but we want to invite you to participate in one more event before things slow down for a bit in August. The Massachusetts for Overdose Prevention Coalition will be hosting a Harm Reduction Legislative Briefing on Wednesday, July 30th, at 1:00 pm at the Massachusetts Statehouse, and we want you to join us! This briefing will discuss harm reduction methods more broadly and share the benefits of overdose prevention centers. Can you join us and show your support?
Overdose prevention centers (sometimes referred to as Safe Injection Sites) are evidence-based, legally sanctioned harm reduction facilities where people who use drugs can safely consume pre-obtained drugs under the supervision of trained health care workers. These settings are safe, stigma free spaces, that also provide access to counseling, behavioral health services, and sterile supplies.
If passed in Massachusetts, the bill would allow interested communities to open overdose prevention centers under the regulatory authority of the Department of Public Health. Click here if you're interested in learning more!
There are three ways you can help:
- Join us at the legislative briefing to show your support for the OPC Bill in Massachusetts - rsvp here!
- Contact your legislators and invite them to attend the legislative briefing so they can learn more about harm reduction and Overdose Prevention Centers! Click here for an email template.
- Fill out our Social Workers Interested in Advocacy Form - so you can stay up to date on more advocacy opportunities!
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