Harm Reduction

Harm reduction is a compassionate, practical approach to keeping people safe and healthy, even if they’re engaging in risky behaviors. Instead of demanding perfection or judgment, it meets people where they are, aiming to reduce the negative consequences of actions like drug use, unsafe sex, or self-harm.

For example, providing clean needles to prevent infections, offering condoms to reduce the spread of STDs, or creating safe spaces for honest conversations are all harm reduction strategies. The goal isn’t to condone risky behavior but to save lives, protect health, and build trust, so people feel supported to make better choices at their own pace.

It’s about valuing humanity over judgment and choosing to help, even when the solution isn’t perfect.