By Sadie Liller, CPP, Coordinator of Special Programs at the Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority
The Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority has been selected as a pilot site for the nationwide Anti-Stigma Initiative launched by the Addiction Policy Forum. This opportunity showcases our organization’s dedication to improving our response to individuals with a substance use disorder and actively combating the harmful stigma associated with addiction.
The Addiction Policy Forum Anti-Stigma Initiative includes over 100 pilot sites nationwide working to reduce addiction stigma, including stereotypes, prejudice and discrimination intent, and increase knowledge about addiction.
As a pilot site, the Garrett County Local Behavioral Health Authority will be at the forefront of this groundbreaking initiative, actively contributing to testing and evaluation of new stigma interventions and new tools to measure levels of stigma in the community.
The Anti-Stigma Initiative reaffirms our commitment to providing a supportive and compassionate environment for individuals who are impacted by substance use disorders. By challenging stigmatizing beliefs, we aim to remove the barriers that often prevent individuals from seeking help and support on their journey to recovery.
To learn more about the Anti-Stigma Initiative, please visit the website at https://www.addictionpolicy.org/anti-stigmainitiative.
Related: There is also a current survey available in partnership with the Addiction Policy Forum.
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Thank you!!
Congratulations! So exciting.
I’m hopeful that data supports this as a tool to reduce addiction.
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Congratulations! I hope this is successful and can spread across the country!
Please consider taking this survey. It is a great way for Garrett County to collect data.