Drugs Unwrapped: The Podcast

In this Learning at Work Week special, we are joined by Barod's Operations Manager, Sian, to discuss how we can move from being non-stigmatising, to actively challenging and becoming anti-stigma.In this episode we discuss what stigma is and how it often looks within the substance use field. We also highlight the importance for this topic to be on the agenda and frequently discussed. We also discuss what being anti-stigma is and how people can make that shift away from just being non-stigmatising. If you have been affected by the issues discussed in this episode, please visit barod.cymru and confidentially chat to a trained support worker via Barod's Live Webchat Service, that is open 7-days a week, or call Dan 24/7, Wales' national drug and alcohol helpline on 0808 808 2234 or text DAN to 81066.Contents of the video:(00:00) Highlights of the episode(01:26) Introduction(02:01) What is stigma?(03:01) What is anti-stigma?(06:32) How does stigma present itself within the substance use sector?(11:10) Why should we keep stigma on the agenda?(14:27) Get curious - practical steps to become anti-stigma(17:40) Impact of language upon people