What is Harm Reduction?
Harm reduction (HR) is a set of practical ideas and strategies to reduce the negative consequences of drug use.
Our Mission
Reduce the risks associated with drug use, such as overdose and infectious diseases; and to improve the physical, mental and societal health for people who use drugs and our community.
Training Objectives
- Present the principles of harm reduction
- Explain relevant theory
- Demonstrate the need for HR interventions
- Present data on the effectiveness of HR
- Dispel myths about HR
- Describe HR programs in Anne Arundel County
Harm Reduction 101 Training: Registration and Interest Form
Use this form to register as an individual for an already scheduled Harm Reduction 101 training or to express interest in scheduling a training session for your group. In the latter case, we will schedule a training at a day and time that works for you. We can come to you, host, or do the training virtually. The length of the training can vary from a one-hour basic training to a more in-depth two-hour long training. There are no requirements to take this fun, interactive training. Completion certificates will be provided upon request. After the training, we hope you will collaborate with us to implement and improve harm reduction strategies and programs in Anne Arundel County.
Schedule a Training
Register for an existing training or schedule a new 1-2 hour training for your group. We can come to you, host, or do it virtually.
The training is for adults 18 and older. No other requirements to take this fun, interactive training. Completion certificates will be provided upon request.
Let's Work Together
Collaborate with us to support and implement harm reduction in Anne Arundel County communities.
Training Materials
Harm Reduction 101 Presentation
Harm Reduction 101 Matching Game
Harm Reduction 101 Quiz Show!
For more information, please contact:
AAPower@aacounty.org
410-222-1842