MATTERS provides in-person (in Western New York) and virtual (across New York State) harm reduction trainings at no cost to groups and organizations.

Fentanyl Test Strips (FTS)

This is a 15-minute presentation on how to use FTS.

Participants will receive a supply of test strips upon completion.

Video: How to use FTS
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FTS User Guide

Xylazine Test Strips (XTS)

This is a 15-minute presentation on how to use FTS.

Participants will receive a supply of test strips upon completion.

Video: How to use XTS
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XTS User Guide
Xylazine test strips (XTS) from Rapid Response. Image of XTS box, instructions that come inside the box, an individual test strip packet, and an individual test strip. XTS are red. XTS can be used on liquids and powders. XTS are to be used before using a substance.

Narcan (Naloxone)

Narcan training is a 30-minute session on how to recognize an opioid overdose and utilize naloxone. Participants will be provided a training certificate and box of Narcan upon completion.

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Narcan User Guide
Narcan, a life-saving, opioid overdose-reversing medication is now approved for over-the-counter use in the United States. Image of Narcan box holding two doses of naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray. Image of Narcan nozzle sits to the right of the box.

Harm Reduction

Our Harm Reduction Training is a 20-minute training on the history and principles of harm reduction. We discuss current harm reduction strategies as well as the future of the movement.

Learning objectives: at the end of the MATTERS harm reduction training, participants will understand the history and principles of harm reduction, learn about the dangers of fentanyl and xylazine in the drug supply, and explore the future of harm reduction.

Schedule a training with us!

Fill out our contact form and select 'harm reduction' as the subject