Harm Reduction Learning Institute
DC Health
 

Health Equity in Overdose Prevention and Response Activities Certificate

This certificate track explores how social determinants, stigma, and systemic inequities shape health outcomes for people who use drugs. Learners will gain a deep understanding of trauma-informed care, medical mistrust, cultural competence, and faith-based healing as foundations for equitable service delivery.

 
2nd Annual DC Engage Harm Reduction Conference: Justice and Equity for Community Health

Social Justice/Language Justice

This plenary focuses on how to eliminate and replace stigmatizing language and negative bias while also using person-first language within communities of people who struggle with substance use disorder to increase access to services and successful retention in care.

 

Crisis Intervention, De-escalation, and Conflict Resolution

This webinar will enhance the understanding of positive and negative forms of de-escalation, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention strategies for purposes of reinforcing community-focused harm reduction strategies.