We carry out our mission by:
- Increasing knowledge and capacity of those impacted by social inequity, criminalization, and stigma
- Educating key decision-makers on effective policy and advocating for its implementationÂ
- Building community power and leadership through training, outreach, and engagement
Our current initiatives & campaigns:
- The HERO Initiative
- Naloxone Distribution Program
- Harm Reduction Training Initiative
- Treatment Overdose Prevention
- Serving Returning Citizens
- PA Syringe Services Campaign
PAHRC is dedicated to advocating for, and with, individuals who are currently using substances to receive competent care and comprehensive services. Our immediate goal is to expand access to sterile injection equipment, naloxone, and other harm reduction oriented services throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. We welcome anyone who is interested in promoting evidence-based and humane responses to substance use to join us!
