08/31/2026
💜Every August 31, communities around the world observe International Overdose Awareness Day—a time to remember those we've lost, to stand with those still with us, and to renew our shared commitment to prevention.
🌟Research shows that experiencing abuse can increase a person's risk of substance use, and that some abusive partners deliberately use substances as a tool of control—limiting a partner's access to treatment, safety, and support. Understanding these connections is central to our work, and it shapes why resources that reach people in their most isolated moments matter so much.