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Learning about ways to reduce stigma equips people with communication and collaboration tools to foster inclusive harm reduction environments. When people who need or want harm reduction care feel more included, there is a much great chance of engaging in conversations and services related to HIV.
There are many ways of looking at how to reduce stigma. This toolkit focuses on three different approaches to reducing stigma: Attitudinal, Communication, and Collaborative. Each of these approaches have its own section in this kit. Within each approach are suggested practices; the actions people can take to reduce stigma in its various forms.
In the “Build Your Own Workshop” module of this kit, you will see that the practices/methods are core content pieces for future workshops that we are encouraging the PAN community to create and delivery in their local communities. Here are the approaches and their corresponding practices/methods:
Attitudinal
Focuses on individual mindset and perspective. This approach involves examining and adjusting personal biases, judgments, and assumptions to ensure people are treated with respect, dignity, and fairness.
Practices
- Check Yourself
- Practice Objectivity
- Take things case-by-case
Communication
Focuses on language and interaction. This approach emphasizes using accurate, non-stigmatizing language, active listening, and respectful dialogue to build trust and reduce harm in relationships.
Practices
- Create HIV Awareness
- Language Matters
- Handling Conflict and Challenging Behaviour
- Build a Practice of Communication
Collaborative
Focuses on working together and collective mindset. This approach builds inclusive environments by engaging peers, communities, and service providers collectively, creating supportive spaces and systems that reduce stigma.
Practices
- Your Zone of Inclusive Care
- Map Out a Learning & Practice Path
- Frontline Stigma Reduction Leaders