The Anti-Stigma Network
@anti-stigmanetwork.bsky.social
The Anti-Stigma Network aims to improve the understanding of stigma and discrimination experienced by people affected by drug and alcohol use
What language apportions blame, and what could we consider using instead? We'd like to know about alternative language to help reduce the risk of blame being propositioned to the person - what are your suggestions?
December 1, 2025 at 3:20 PM
What language apportions blame, and what could we consider using instead? We'd like to know about alternative language to help reduce the risk of blame being propositioned to the person - what are your suggestions?
The festive season can be fraught with anxiety and requires an increased level of understanding, support, and resilience as families navigate the additional hurdles posed by the holiday season. Here are some helpful tips by Taking Action on Addiction: zurl.co/LqNbA
Taking Action On Addiction | A campaign website to bring more understanding and help reduce the stigma surrounding addiction
Taking Action on Addiction is a campaign to improve understanding of addiction and end the stigma that surrounds it. We are calling for addiction to be treated as a serious mental health condition so that recovery can be possible for everyone.
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November 29, 2025 at 1:08 PM
The festive season can be fraught with anxiety and requires an increased level of understanding, support, and resilience as families navigate the additional hurdles posed by the holiday season. Here are some helpful tips by Taking Action on Addiction: zurl.co/LqNbA
'Mum Points' is a research-based theatre game exploring decisions, crises and realities of drug dependency and motherhood. Dec 3rd and 4th in London and Sheffield. FREE for healthcare professionals and anyone looking to develop their knowledge and skills. Register zurl.co/S1x36
Mum Points - Outside Edge
Three women. Nine months. With each flip of a coin, you write their story. A powerful, research-based theatre game that explores the difficult decisions, the crises and realities of drug dependency and motherhood.
outsideedge.org
November 24, 2025 at 3:31 PM
'Mum Points' is a research-based theatre game exploring decisions, crises and realities of drug dependency and motherhood. Dec 3rd and 4th in London and Sheffield. FREE for healthcare professionals and anyone looking to develop their knowledge and skills. Register zurl.co/S1x36
The NHS Addictions Provider Alliance (NHS APA) annual conference is on Thurs 27th Nov, 9.30am - 4 pm, a day of reflection, connection and action exploring ways to build more inclusive support systems for everyone affected by drugs, alcohol or gambling. Register online for FREE via zurl.co/SMS6k
Annual Conference 2025 | NHS APA
The NHS APA invites you to join us at our free and virtual conference on the 27th of November 2025.
www.nhsapa.org
November 20, 2025 at 11:16 AM
The NHS Addictions Provider Alliance (NHS APA) annual conference is on Thurs 27th Nov, 9.30am - 4 pm, a day of reflection, connection and action exploring ways to build more inclusive support systems for everyone affected by drugs, alcohol or gambling. Register online for FREE via zurl.co/SMS6k
LAST CHANCE to secure your spot on our new CPD-accredited stigma and substance use training course (in partnership with Adfam) on Weds 19th Nov, 9.30 am - 3.30pm £95 for Anti-Stigma Network members / £110 for non-members. Book online or email admin@adfam.org.uk
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Understanding and supporting people affected by the stigma of substance use
Join our new CPD accredited training course on substance-related stigma, launched by the Anti-Stigma Network, in partnership with Adfam
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November 17, 2025 at 1:09 PM
LAST CHANCE to secure your spot on our new CPD-accredited stigma and substance use training course (in partnership with Adfam) on Weds 19th Nov, 9.30 am - 3.30pm £95 for Anti-Stigma Network members / £110 for non-members. Book online or email admin@adfam.org.uk
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Phoenix Future's Footprints Residential Survey 2025 results are out, revealing just how deeply stigma and discrimination continues to shape the experiences of people seeking help for substance use. Take a moment to read the full blog post: zurl.co/23jSx
Stigma, Substance Use, and the Struggle to Access Rehab — Anti-Stigma Network
Phoenix's residential treatment service. These findings are derived from a
recent survey of our resident's experiences.
www.antistigmanetwork.org.uk
November 17, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Phoenix Future's Footprints Residential Survey 2025 results are out, revealing just how deeply stigma and discrimination continues to shape the experiences of people seeking help for substance use. Take a moment to read the full blog post: zurl.co/23jSx
The new OSN report on drug-related deaths has been released. Our response is now on our website.
Read our full statement and help us push for change: 👉 zurl.co/FAIzE
#EndStigma #HarmReduction #OSNReport #AntiStigmaNetwork
Read our full statement and help us push for change: 👉 zurl.co/FAIzE
#EndStigma #HarmReduction #OSNReport #AntiStigmaNetwork
October 17, 2025 at 12:39 PM
The new OSN report on drug-related deaths has been released. Our response is now on our website.
Read our full statement and help us push for change: 👉 zurl.co/FAIzE
#EndStigma #HarmReduction #OSNReport #AntiStigmaNetwork
Read our full statement and help us push for change: 👉 zurl.co/FAIzE
#EndStigma #HarmReduction #OSNReport #AntiStigmaNetwork
New blog from Paul Woodward at Phoenix Futures: How the language we use in coronial inquests can shape how loved ones remember those we've lost. Let’s speak with compassion. Read here 👉 [zurl.co/jyRAk ] #HarmReduction #DrugPolicy #TraumaInformed
October 15, 2025 at 1:29 PM
New blog from Paul Woodward at Phoenix Futures: How the language we use in coronial inquests can shape how loved ones remember those we've lost. Let’s speak with compassion. Read here 👉 [zurl.co/jyRAk ] #HarmReduction #DrugPolicy #TraumaInformed
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
We need training, flexibility & compassion in services. Everyone deserves dignity.
Read more 👉 zurl.co/le3qM
October 2, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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
We need training, flexibility & compassion in services. Everyone deserves dignity.
Read more 👉 zurl.co/le3qM
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: admin@adfam.org.uk
📅 Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.30–3.30 (online via Zoom) 🎟️ £95 members / £110 non-members 🔗 Book here: zurl.co/jAXsO
Questions: admin@adfam.org.uk
September 18, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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: admin@adfam.org.uk
📅 Wed 19 Nov 2025, 9.30–3.30 (online via Zoom) 🎟️ £95 members / £110 non-members 🔗 Book here: zurl.co/jAXsO
Questions: admin@adfam.org.uk
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.
September 8, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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.
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
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
August 31, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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
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
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
August 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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
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
August 27, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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
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.
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.
August 27, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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.
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.
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
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
August 20, 2025 at 10:48 AM
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
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
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
August 6, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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
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
📅 23 Sept or 19 Nov 2025
🎟️ From £95
Reserve your place now:
23 Sept 👉 zurl.co/yWy5A
19 Nov 👉 zurl.co/Hsh35
July 30, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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
📅 23 Sept or 19 Nov 2025
🎟️ From £95
Reserve your place now:
23 Sept 👉 zurl.co/yWy5A
19 Nov 👉 zurl.co/Hsh35
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
📅 23 Sept or 19 Nov 2025
🎟️ From £95
Book now:
23 Sept 👉 zurl.co/yWy5A
19 Nov 👉 zurl.co/Hsh35
July 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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
📅 23 Sept or 19 Nov 2025
🎟️ From £95
Book now:
23 Sept 👉 zurl.co/yWy5A
19 Nov 👉 zurl.co/Hsh35
'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.
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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
July 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
'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
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
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
July 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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
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
Want to watch the whole webinar? You can for free on our Youtube Channel!
Watch here: zurl.co/dmZko
July 14, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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
Want to watch the whole webinar? You can for free on our Youtube Channel!
Watch here: zurl.co/dmZko
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
📅 23 Sept or 19 Nov 2025
🎟️ From £95
Book now:
23 Sept 👉 zurl.co/yWy5A
19 Nov 👉 zurl.co/Hsh35
July 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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
📅 23 Sept or 19 Nov 2025
🎟️ From £95
Book now:
23 Sept 👉 zurl.co/yWy5A
19 Nov 👉 zurl.co/Hsh35
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
📖 Read his powerful blog on our website!
#LivedExperience #SubstanceUse #MediaStigma
July 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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
📖 Read his powerful blog on our website!
#LivedExperience #SubstanceUse #MediaStigma
🧠 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!
📅 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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June 30, 2025 at 11:14 AM
🧠 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!
📅 Sept 23 or Nov 19 (Zoom)
💷 From £95 | Free to join network
🎟️ Book now: zurl.co/ZnTJ7
👥 Sponsored places available!