Join us for a powerful discussion on Vancouver's drug crisis, focusing on the real challenges faced by the Downtown Eastside community. This event features seasoned experts who have dedicated their careers to addressing substance abuse and enhancing community safety.
Key Topics:
- Current realities in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside
- Understanding drug categories and how addiction develops
- The critical importance of preventing youth substance use
- Strategies to counter pro-drug messaging and youth-targeted marketing
This session is designed for community leaders, educators, parents, and anyone concerned about the impact of addiction. It offers a unique opportunity to learn from those who have been on the front lines and to contribute to meaningful dialogue on how to support those affected by drug addiction.
The Rotary Club of Vancouver's Community Service Committee (CSC), in partnership with Odd Squad Productions, continues its commitment to addressing substance use issues among youth. This presentation is a crucial step in providing the community with the knowledge and tools needed to make a difference!
Don’t miss this chance to be part of the solution.
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August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD), a global event held each year to raise awareness and end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died, and acknowledge the grief felt by families and friends left behind. Globally, events are held to rouse action and discussion about evidence-based overdose prevention and drug policy.
Toxic drugs are now the leading cause of death for people aged 10-59 in BC, accounting for more deaths than homicides, suicides, accidents and natural disease combined. Since the declaration of the public health emergency in 2016, more than 14,000 people have died in BC because of toxic drugs.
This year we will mark International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) with a continued sense of grief, urgency, and hope. This year’s IOAD theme is “Together we can” because no one should stand alone in our fight to end overdose. We believe in the power of community and what communities can achieve when they come together over a shared goal.
Throughout BC, events will be held leading up to and on International Overdose Awareness Day. Please join in activities and actions near your community. There are many events planned around the province. In Vancouver:
When: August 31, 10am
Where: Kits Beach, just off the beach, look for the pop up tent with purple sides.
Mom Stop the Harm members in Vancouver will be on hand to answer questions, discuss concerns and provide resources. A Memorial Labyrinth will also be on site. Anyone is free to come and walk the labyrinth amongst the photos of those we have lost.
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