As people who have experienced the profound pain of losing loved ones to overdose, we understand that addressing this crisis requires compassionate and effective health solutions. We believe that punitive measures only exacerbate the problem, pushing individuals further into the shadows and away from the help they desperately need. That’s why we are calling on you to join us in advocating for a more humane and lifesaving approach.

Our letter, which has already been signed by over 400 people, is a powerful plea to lawmakers, urging them to shift their focus from punishment to health-based responses. This collective effort highlights the urgent need for policies that prioritize harm reduction, treatment, and support for those affected by substance use disorders. By adding your name, you will be amplifying this critical message and showing that there is widespread public support for these necessary changes.

We are committed to making this letter and its list of signatories public, ensuring it reaches the media and, consequently, the decision-makers who have the power to implement these lifesaving policies. Your support can help create the momentum needed to bring about real, positive change. Please stand with us in this vital movement to save lives and transform how we respond to the overdose crisis. Sign the letter today and be a part of the solution.