Just Words – Harm Reduction Programs in Harlem and Washington Heights: A Community Perspective | Part 2 of 2

Season 1 Episode 33 | 133 Part 2 of 2 Special Guest: Director of Community Initiatives and Impact – Jason of ONPOINT NYC Website/Information: https://onpointnyc.org/ To request a cleanup call - 718.415.3708 Episode Description: For the Season Finale Just Words decided to end things on a meaningful note. Just Words Nobody Cares – welcomes Jason, the Director of Community Initiatives and Impact at On Point NYC services, to talk about the effects of drug harm reduction programs and their impact in Harlem and Washington Heights communities of New York City. In this episode, Jason will share his insights on the importance of harm reduction programs in addressing the opioid crisis and other drug-related problems in these communities. He will talk about how harm reduction programs have been successful in reducing drug-related harm, including overdose deaths, and improving the health outcomes of individuals who use drugs. Jason will also discuss the challenges that harm reduction programs face in gaining acceptance and support from the broader community. He will touch on the stigma and misconceptions that surround drug use and harm reduction, and the importance of community engagement in promoting harm reduction initiatives. Listeners will gain a better understanding of the importance of harm reduction programs in addressing drug-related problems, and the role that community engagement plays in ensuring their success. They will also learn about the specific impact of harm reduction programs in Harlem and Washington Heights communities of New York City. ______________TABLE OF CONTENTS________________ 00:00 00:00:46 Bridging the gap 00:01:55 Multiple overdoses 00:03:14 Relationship management between supplier, user and public safety 00:06:06 What are the positive experiences 00:11:25 historically incarcerating the problem 00:13:02 Redlining and Rezoning 00:15:58 Budgeting drop-off kiosks 00:17:11 Money the program saves the city 00:20:23 Sharps training 00:26:56 Last Call for words Record date: 12.17.22 LINK IN BIO ON MOST PODCAST APPS STREAM VIDEO ON @spotify | @youtube Guest Social | IG @onpoint_nyc Host Social | IG @ron.kain | @dre.drizzo |