Pioneering Harm Reduction: Insights from Howard Josepher and Rae Eden Frank
When it comes to engaging people with drug problems, a nonjudgmental approach is radical.
What if we looked at addiction through a lens of compassion and practicality? In this episode of 'Harm Reduction Radio - HAMS', Kenneth Anderson sits down with Howard Josepher and Rae Eden Frank, two trailblazers in the harm reduction movement. Josepher, the mastermind behind New York City's Exponents Arrive program, shares the early days of harm reduction and the vital role of nonjudgmental support.
Meanwhile, Frank, former executive director of Access Works needle exchange in Minneapolis, highlights the importance of truly listening to those battling addiction to offer meaningful assistance. Both guests emphasize treating addiction as a chronic condition and the power of integrating harm reduction with traditional recovery methods. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in a compassionate, holistic approach to addiction recovery.