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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · 6d

When Jack went to A&E in severe pain, he was left waiting, overlooked, and made to feel invisible. His story shows how stigma around ketamine use can block people from getting urgent care.

We need training, flexibility & compassion in services. Everyone deserves dignity.

Read more 👉 zurl.co/le3qM

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · 20d

New CPD-accredited training from the Anti-Stigma Network & Adfam: tackling stigma around substance use. For frontline staff working with individuals and families.
📅 Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.30–3.30 (online via Zoom) 🎟️ £95 members / £110 non-members 🔗 Book here: zurl.co/jAXsO
Questions: [email protected]

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Sep 8

Phil shares how judgement and misunderstanding shaped his journey. Now a peer mentor, he speaks out to shift perceptions and foster compassion. Read on our Website.

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Aug 31

Today is Overdose Awareness Day. 💜

We remember those we’ve lost, support those affected, and highlight the importance of removing stigma around drug use. Stigma stops people from seeking help, accessing life-saving interventions, and receiving the care they deserve.

#OverdoseAwarenessDay

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Aug 29

Every life matters. Every second counts. Naloxone can reverse an overdose. Carrying it is an act of care. Let’s break the silence. Let’s end the stigma. Read more: zurl.co/qvdx3 #OverdoseAwarenessDay #NaloxoneSavesLives #EndStigma

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Aug 27

Recoverist Month is back this September, and Portraits of Recovery is leading the charge with a bold programme of exhibitions, film and conversation across Manchester. Our latest blog explores how contemporary art is being used to challenge stigma around substance use. zurl.co/7OtPP

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Aug 27

Join us on Sunday the 31st August as we stand together to honour lives lost and take action for change on #OverdoseAwarenessDay. 💜

A day to remember those we’ve lost, support those grieving, and raise awareness about how we can prevent future deaths.

Compassion saves lives. Stigma takes them.

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Aug 20

Healthcare stigma isn’t just unfair - it’s dangerous.

Young people experiencing harm from Ketamine are slipping through the cracks when stigma prevents them from getting the care they need.

Read our latest blog on our website: zurl.co/Up6TM

#ketamine #druguse #stopthestigma #stigma

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Aug 6

Sasha works with Phoenix Futures, using lived experience to support others and challenge stigma. She champions real representation and personal growth. Read her story on our website: zurl.co/Buw3r

The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 30

CPD-accredited training on stigma and substance use available online with Adfam 💡
📅 23 Sept or 19 Nov 2025
🎟️ From £95
Reserve your place now:
23 Sept 👉 zurl.co/yWy5A
19 Nov 👉 zurl.co/Hsh35

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 23

Join our CPD-accredited training on stigma and substance use with Adfam 💡 Online via Zoom
📅 23 Sept or 19 Nov 2025
🎟️ From £95
Book now:
23 Sept 👉 zurl.co/yWy5A
19 Nov 👉 zurl.co/Hsh35

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 21

'What is the Anti-Stigma Network?'
In our latest webinar, our host Darren explains exactly that!

Want to catch the rest? Curious for more? You can catch all of our webinar's on our website or our Youtube channel.
zurl.co/HZj9R

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 16

There’s still so much stigma around substance use 💬 In our latest blog, former Amy’s Place resident Kelly shares how she's using her story to challenge assumptions and support young people, educating in schools 💛 Read the full interview 👉zurl.co/wuAwf #EndTheStigma #AmyWinehouseFoundation

The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 14

Vernon discusses how Trans Sober came to be , whilst also touching on the topic of comorbidity. With alcohol and drug use, treatment isn't always a linear one size box fits all!

Want to watch the whole webinar? You can for free on our Youtube Channel!

Watch here: zurl.co/dmZko

The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 10

Learn how to recognise and challenge stigma around substance use in our CPD-accredited training with Adfam 💡 Online via Zoom
📅 23 Sept or 19 Nov 2025
🎟️ From £95
Book now:
23 Sept 👉 zurl.co/yWy5A
19 Nov 👉 zurl.co/Hsh35

The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 9

shared commitment to ending stigma. This is our approach to language and the guidelines that we send to people in the brief prior to our webinars.

We would be happy to discuss further. Please get in touch with us at [email protected] if you'd like.

The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 9

We don’t want language to be a barrier to conversation, learning or exploring ideas that are being expressed.

It is also important to understand context and intention behind words used when discussing ideas. Although, language can be a divisive issue, we want to focus on our

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 9

Hi, we certainly recognise that people may have issues with the use of certain language related to substance use. We try not to label others, but we recognise the right for people to self-identify as they wish.

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jul 9

From substance use and homelessness to graduating 1st in his family from @UofGlasgow, Thomas Delaney unpacks how media stigma shapes lives—and why lived experience must lead the conversation.
📖 Read his powerful blog on our website!
#LivedExperience #SubstanceUse #MediaStigma

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jun 30

🧠 New CPD-accredited training! Learn to recognise, challenge + overcome stigma around substance use. Ideal for frontline professionals.
📅 Sept 23 or Nov 19 (Zoom)
💷 From £95 | Free to join network
🎟️ Book now: zurl.co/ZnTJ7
👥 Sponsored places available!

Training — Anti-Stigma Network

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jun 26

Tomorrow's the big day!! We're excited to be hosting the second part to our LGBTQIA+ webinar series. Have you got your tickets yet? If not, head over to our website where you'll be able to register your attendance. See you all there!

The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jun 20

🎓 What does “fitting in” look like when the world says you don’t belong?

Michael shares his experience of being working-class at uni—and the assumptions that came with it.

💬 “Your clothes shouldn’t define your worth.”

🔗 Read Michael's blog here: zurl.co/hWe5H

The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jun 18

Just over a week until Part two of our LGBTQIA+ webinar series! Have you booked your free spot yet?

We've had some amazing feedback from part one so don't miss out

Fri 27 June | 12:30–14:00.
Book now: zurl.co/sEEAs

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The Anti-Stigma Network @anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social · Jun 16

🏳️‍🌈 This Pride Month, stand with us - join Part 2 of our free webinar series - Exploring Substance Use Stigma in LGBTQIA+ Communities. Fri 27 June | 12:30–14:00.

Real stories, real impact, real steps toward inclusion.
🔗 www.ticketsource.co.uk/booking/sele...

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Alcohol Focus Scotland @alcoholfocus.bsky.social · Jun 16

This is well worth a read on #PrideMonth

The #LGBT community experiences greater levels of alcohol harm than the rest of the population - partly due to coping with ongoing LGBTphobia, but also in part due to the centrality of #Alcohol to the commercial gay scene

SHAAP @shaapalcohol.bsky.social · Jun 16

🚨ICYMI🚨
🗣️In our latest blog, @bethmeadows.bsky.social
discusses her research into LGBTQIA+ communities and alcohol-free nightlife spaces and explores the potential for these spaces as well as the barriers they may face. #PrideMonth
shaap.org.uk/are-you-bein...

Are you being served? PhD research project exploring alcohol-free nightlife spaces for LGBTQIA+ communities - Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems

In our latest blog, Beth Meadows discusses her research into LGBTQIA+ communities and alcohol-free nightlife spaces and explores the potential for these spaces as well as the barriers they may face. L...

shaap.org.uk

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