Stories

At the core of the Unshame California campaign are the thousands of Californians impacted by substance use disorder. They are our parents, siblings, children, friends, coworkers, and neighbors. These are their stories.

Bill Turns His Experience Into Connection

Today, he sees himself as a real team player.

Nov 7

Tessa Explains What Harm Reduction Means to Them

Working in harm reduction has helped Tessa live a life full of compassion for others.

May 18

Veronika's Community Helped Shape Her

Through volunteering, she found people who looked out for her and inspired her to move forward without substances.

May 5

Gilbert Is Showing Up for His People

Gilbert's working hard to build strong connections with his family and restore trust.

Apr 16

Veronika's Community Helped Shape Her

Through volunteering, she found people who looked out for her and inspired her to move forward without substances.

Harm Reduction

May 51 min read

Brooke’s Faith Is a Positive Force in Her Life

"We're all part of something so much bigger," Brooke reminds us.

Recovery Journeys

Apr 221 min read

Dr. Christina is Changing her Community Through Education and Compassion

Dr. Christina talks about what she has learned about opioid use disorder (OUD) and medications that can treat OUD.

Bryant Talks About the Science of Addiction

Bryant shares how educating himself and those around him has helped reduce the stigma of blame.

Deanna Shares the Importance of Family

Journeying Toward Hope: Supporting Her Brother's Recovery from Opioid Use Disorder and Overcoming Stigma Together.

Veronika's Community Helped Shape Her

Through volunteering, she found people who looked out for her and inspired her to move forward without substances.

Brooke’s Faith Is a Positive Force in Her Life

"We're all part of something so much bigger," Brooke reminds us.

Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) Changed Sarina’s Life

Thanks to MAT, Sarina’s been able to reach her personal goals and become a more present mom.

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Bill Turns His Experience Into Connection

Tessa Explains What Harm Reduction Means to Them

Veronika's Community Helped Shape Her

Gilbert Is Showing Up for His People

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Veronika's Community Helped Shape Her

Brooke’s Faith Is a Positive Force in Her Life

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Bryant Talks About the Science of Addiction

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