Nonnina’s table and COFION are pleased to announce a new program on Harm Reduction at Humber College.
What is Harm Reduction? Harm Reduction is a philosophy and a set of strategies to reduce harms associated with substance/drug use.
Background: A group of volunteers from Nonnina’s table and COFION reached out to Humber College, and offered
free workshops on 20 different topics related to substance/drug use.
Interested professors contacted the project coordinator directly, to book a session. Between October to December 2022, 8 sessions on 3 different topics were scheduled. Participants were asked to fill out an evaluation form at the end of each session.
Current status: In October, a total of 80 students participated in four Harm Reduction sessions to learn more about “Different substances & their impact on physical and Mental Health”.
Presenter: Kathy, a Harm Reduction Peer- volunteer presented on this topic.
Evaluation results
1- There was a total 57% increase of knowledge on the topic.
2- 99% of participants mentioned that the topic was of their interest.
3- 85% of participants mentioned that they would like to attend future Harm Reduction Sessions.
4- In addition to the workshop topic, the life experiences of the presenter, and how different drugs are being used by people were the most interesting parts of the session, as per participant’s feedback.
5- Participants asked for more interactive sessions, where they could watch videos, or do some group activity.
Next step: Four other sessions are scheduled for November and December.
Stay tuned for more exciting news on this project.
With best wishes,
Harm Reduction Team