This is an academic paper that reviews the literature on including people who use drugs (PWUD) as part of research, intervention development and implementation, and policy advocacy. The barriers of stigma and discrimination must be addressed to improve engagement of PWUD in the decision-making process, though this population brings a critical skill set and unique perspective to the table.
Resource Type
Peer-reviewed Articles and Reports
Continuum of Care
Treatment
Recovery
Harm Reduction
Response Approach
Educational
Outreach
Peer-reviewed Article
Citation
Ti, L., Tzemis, D., Buxton, J.A. (2012). Engaging people who use drugs in policy and program development: a review of the literature. Substance Abuse: Treatment, Prevention, and Policy, 7, 47.