Kirkikiriroa / Hamilton

“Overdose is preventable, and no one should ever have to grieve a loss in silence because of stigma,” shared a local harm reduction advocate. “When community organizations stand side-by-side, we create a safe space where people can access help, learn how to protect themselves and their mates, and know their lives are valued.”

Practical harm reduction—such as never using alone, starting low and going slow, testing substances, and carrying naloxone—remains the most effective way to prevent drug-related deaths.

Overdose awareness by ADIO Needle Exchange with free advice, naloxone packs and support available joined by Know Your Stuff, Care NZ,  Salvation Army, and Pharmacy 547 –  drug checking and Hep C testing on site – FREE BBQ and giveaways.