Case studies on two OD2A-funded stigma reduction initiatives in Vermont: 1) motivational interviewing and compassion training that aims to increase positive interactions between emergency personnel and people who have experienced or at risk for OD, and, 2) a training that aims to improve understanding of harm reduction approaches, and the challenges/stigmatization of people at high risk for OD among emergency personnel. Includes information on program model, data used to inform program, partners, barriers and facilitators, evaluations, outcomes, sustainability, and evaluation considerations.
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