About the Workshop
Presenters:
Max Silverstein (they/them)
Adult Led
Session: 1 & 2
Level: Intermediate
For: Both Middle and High School Students
Description:
From Pride, to drag shows, to LGBTQIA2S+ kickbacks, partying has a long history in the queer community! For some, experimenting with substances is a part of how they socialize and connect to others. In our workshop, we’ll cover how to reduce harm for yourself, your friends, and your community (whether you use substances or not!). You’ll learn about how to: identify/respond to an overdose, create a party safe plan, and access local resources. Together we can save lives!
About the Presenters
Max Silverstein (they/them) is a queer transmasc who grew up in the Bay Area. After graduating UCSC in 2023, they wanted to help serve the community they had grown to love so much. They work with SafeRx to offer presentations about substances, distribute Narcan, and create resources to help folks keep themselves and their communities safe. When they’re not working, Max loves to spend time by playing D&D or hanging out with their partner and 2 cats.
Additional Resources:
- Go to bit.ly/SCnarcan4youth for a list of places youth can get Narcan for free, along with local resources to help youth who want to cut down on substance use.
- Can’t make it to our workshop? No worries! Get trained on how to use Narcan here: https://youtu.be/odlFtGNjmMQ
- Learn more about SafeRx at hipscc.org/saferx
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