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Table 1 Harm reduction experience among interviewees

From: Perspectives of U.S. harm reduction advocates on persuasive message strategies

Interviewee characteristics

# of interviewees (n = 15)

Current organizational affiliations

Harm reduction agencies and coalitions

8

Organizations conducting advocacy on harm reduction and other issues

7

Reported advocacy experiences

Advocacy to policymakers (e.g., legislative testimony)

14

Advocacy to the public (e.g., opinion editorials and social media campaigns)

12

Advocacy directed to specific communities (e.g., communities considering implementing a harm reduction program)

10

Service provision

Harm reduction service provider (e.g., at drop-in centers or syringe services programs)

11