A 26-year-old former drug user turned recovery coach has founded a harm-reduction-based “church” that offers clean needles, Narcan and a welcoming brand of faith-driven dialogue to drug users. As the viability of safe injection sites continues to be debated across the globe, a 26-year-old former drug user turned recovery coach has found a following with… Continue reading "Church of Safe Injection" Hopes to Save Lives Through Needle Exchange
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Church Of Safe Injection Sings The Praises Of Harm Reduction
The harm reduction initiative is applying for an exemption from federal drug statutes to operate legally. Jesus supported safe injection—that’s the message behind the Church of Safe Injection. The “church” is a harm reduction initiative in Portland, Maine—with plans for offshoots in other cities—spearheaded by local activist Jesse Harvey. “[Jesus] would have supported safe injection,”… Continue reading Church Of Safe Injection Sings The Praises Of Harm Reduction