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Myths and Realities of Harm Reduction: A Panel Discussion
New Jersey lost nearly three thousand people to preventable drug overdoses in 2022. Harm reduction, a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use, can help us save lives.
Join our panel of experts to learn about harm reduction strategies and their potential for helping people who use drugs stay alive.
Shatter the misconceptions. Discover the facts. Become an advocate!
DATE/TIME: March 2nd, 2023, 1pm to 3pm Location:Business School, 1st Floor, Room 101
RSVP required: to register, visit: https://forms.gle/Cdks46H26HTWdTnY7
Free Event! CEUs Available
PANELISTS:
- Clement Chen, PharmD, BCPS Northern NJ Medication-Assisted Treatment Center of Excellence Rutgers University
- Jamey Lister, PhD, MSW Assistant Professor School of Social Work Rutgers University
- Kelly LaBar, Senior Program Coordinator Mainstream Recovery
- Robert Lowry, Harm Reduction Coordinator Visiting Nurse Association of Central New Jersey
MODERATOR:
Jason Williams, PhD
Associate Professor
Justice Studies Department
Montclair State Universitiy
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Svetlana Shpiegel, PhD, MSW
Associate Professor
Social Work and Child Advocacy
Email: shpiegels@montclair.edu
973-655-2062