Making the case for Supervised Injecting Facilities | Tony Duffin | TEDxDublinInstituteofTechnology

Tony Duffin speaks about how he, and his colleagues, lobbied for a change in Irish law to allow for the existence of Supervised Injecting Facilities. He provides four successful strategies employed in lobbying for the Misuse of Drugs (Supervised Injecting Facilities) Bill 2017.
Supervised Injecting Facilities are premises where people can inject pre-obtained drugs under supervision. Such services are proven to reduce street based injecting of drugs and improve health outcomes for those that use them. These Harm Reduction services save lives and taxpayers money. Tony Duffin is the CEO of the Ana Liffey Drug Project, a position he has held since 5th November 2005. Prior to this, he held a number of senior management roles in the addiction field, including playing a key role in opening Ireland’s first emergency accommodation for young people who inject drugs; and Irelands first wet residential service for entrenched street drinkers. He holds an MSc in ‘Drug and Alcohol Policy’ from Trinity College Dublin, and a Postgraduate Diploma in ‘Research in Health Practice’ through the University of Bath.

About the Ana Liffey Drug Project
Founded in 1982, in the North Inner City as a response to the then emerging heroin epidemic within the community - the Ana Liffey Drug Project has served the people of Dublin for 34 years. Supporting over 2,000 people each year; the organisation continues to work hard to support the communities we work within and the individuals most affected by problematic drug use. One of the main purposes of the Ana Liffey is to engage with people who are active in their addiction; to journey with them; and to help them make healthier choices.
Ana Liffey neither promotes nor denounces drug use, but seeks to respond to problems associated with it; and the Ana Liffey identifies, takes and manages risks. This culture of inclusion and risk taking means that the organisation is innovative and responsive to new drug trends impacting upon people. For over 3 decades the Ana Liffey has informed the debate on national drug policy. The Ana Liffey is now an internationally recognised drug service provider and influencer of drug policy. The Ana Liffey has always punched above its weight and will continue to do so. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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