01/23/2026
This February, we're diving into drug-related stigma and how to dismantle deadly misconceptions and discrimination through our free webinar as part of Foundational Fridays. Through this webinar, we'll examine the intersection of social inequalities, substance use, and stigma, with a focus on the barriers that individuals who use drugs face in accessing essential services. Attendees will explore the lived experiences of both current and former drug users, gaining insight into how stigma can profoundly impact multiple aspects of their lives — including relationships with family, friends, employers, and healthcare providers.
Through a harm reduction lens, we'll explore how internalized stigma can exacerbate harmful behaviors and hinder recovery and discuss strategies for fostering empathy and reducing stigma in client interactions. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the role of service providers in perpetuating or mitigating stigma and how this awareness can lead to more inclusive and supportive engagement practices.
By critically reflecting on their own potential contributions to stigma, attendees will gain practical tools to enhance their ability to connect with clients authentically and effectively, ultimately promoting better outcomes for individuals who use drugs. This session will offer concrete strategies for building trusting, non-judgmental relationships that support long-term health and well-being within a harm reduction framework. Sign up today: bit.ly/DismantlingDrugRelatedStigma2026
