Safer Substance Use: Harm Reduction
Learn tools to reduce stigma toward people who use substances.
In this training, you'll learn:
- about the harm reduction approach.
- strategies for reducing harms related to substance and alcohol use.
- to recognize and respond to overdose.
- about stigma and the continuum of consumption and behaviour.
Naloxone training and kits will also be provided following the workshops. If you are unable to attend the Safer Substance Use: Harm Reduction 101 workshop, but would like to receive the naloxone training and kit, contact Student Wellness Services at 403-220-9355.
Register for training:
This 1-hour workshop will explore:
- Harm Reduction as an overall approach.
- Strategies for safer substance use related to alcohol and cannabis.
- Supports and resources both on- and off-campus
This training is open to current students, faculty, and staff at the University of Calgary.
Fall 2023 Training Dates:
Tuesday, November 7 from 3:00 - 4:00pm (In Person) - Women's Resource Centre
Wednesday, November 8, from 3:00 - 4:00pm (Virtual)
Wednesday, November 22 from 2:00 - 4:00pm (In Person) - Women's Resource Centre
If you have questions about our harm reduction training, please contact Naomi Den Haan at naomi.denhaan@ucalgary.ca