Learning Objectives
• Define harm reduction as it is used in engaging people who use drugs into services and
support.
• The benefits of harm reduction for the individual and/or the community.
The history of harm reduction and its connection to structural inequalities and racism and
where it fits in to SUD treatment and recovery
• Identify the principles and philosophy of harm reduction and examples of harm reduction
tools and services.
• Recognize an effective Harm Reduction practice in contrast to a practice which does not
apply harm reduction.