We’re thrilled to invite all facilitators and facilitators in training to join us for the first in what we plan to be a new book club series! 🎉 Together, we’ll be reading Undoing Drugs: How Harm Reduction is Changing the Future of Drugs and Addiction by Maia Szalavitz.   

Whether you’re running SMART Recovery meetings, Family & Friends meetings, or any other SMART group, this book offers valuable insights into our evolving focus on harm reduction as part of our commitment to meeting people where they are. 🌈✨ 

Undoing Drugs is a fascinating and inspiring read, tracing the roots and evolution of harm reduction and how it’s shaping policy and addiction treatment and recovery today. Szalavitz brings real stories, practical strategies, and a deep commitment to meeting people where they are. Her work aligns beautifully with SMART Recovery’s focus on compassionate, evidence-based support that respects each individual’s path. 💬💙 

By reading and discussing this book together, we’ll have the chance to: 

✨ Deepen our understanding of harm reduction principles and their connection with SMART values.
📜 Understand the history of harm reduction and its growing role in addiction recovery.
🤝 Reflect on creating more inclusive, supportive spaces for all participants.
🔍 Challenge our own biases and explore ways to better serve diverse needs in our meetings. 

 Whether you’re new to harm reduction or already familiar with it, your perspective will make these conversations richer! This book club is a space to learn, share insights, and grow as a community.

 Details:
📅 When: Monday, January 27, 2025 8:30 PM ET (60 Minutes)
📍 Where: Zoom: Register here.
📖 Format: Using prompting questions, we’ll explore some of the key concepts from the book, including the history of the harm reduction movement and how it has evovled over time, and how meeting people where they are and allowing people to choose their own path is gaining traction in the treatment world. Expect plenty of interaction and a few breakout sessions, allowing us to dig deep. 

Looking forward to reading together!