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Event Volunteering with
Harm Reduction Circle

Harm Reduction Circle is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to reduce overdose & other drug-related harm at music festivals, concerts & other nightlife events.

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Introduction

The Event Team consists of two roles: Booth Team & Roaming Homies, & each plays a critical role in promoting harm reduction & reducing the risk of overdose & other harms at events..

Booth Team

The Booth Team volunteers provide harm reduction information & supplies, facilitate drug checking & Narcan education & distribution, & answer questions from event attendees. They also help maintain a positive & respectful environment at events & represent the organization in a professional & respectful manner. Booth volunteers may also be responsible for event setup & breakdown, ensuring that all necessary harm reduction supplies & equipment are stocked, maintaining accurate records, coordinating with the Roaming Team, assisting event attendees with medical emergencies or issues related to substance use, & reporting any incidents or concerns to their Team Supervisor.

Roaming Homies

The Roaming Homies Team volunteers provide essential harm reduction support by actively engaging with event attendees throughout the event space. They roam the venue, offering harm reduction supplies, & information to event-goers while assessing the overall safety of the event & identifying areas of concern, such as overcrowding or potential safety concerns. Roaming Homies act as a visible harm reduction presence to promote the safe use of drugs & alcohol, monitor & respond to medical emergencies, & alert the appropriate personnel. They work closely with the Booth Team.

Where Are Our Teams

California

Nevada

Oregon

Utah

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What to Expect

Preparing to for your first event is a crucial component of becoming a Harm Reduction Circle volunteer. Our pre-event training covers harm reduction principles, techniques, & strategies, as well as the organization's policies & procedures. Volunteers also receive practical training in drug checking, naloxone administration, & successful festvial-related harm reduction strategies.

 

Once the training is complete, new volunteers work alongside their Team Supervisor to ensure readiness to handle challenging situations to ensure the safety & well-being of event attendees. Volunteering with Harm Reduction Circle is an opportunity to make a positive impact & promote harm reduction in the community.

Benefits of Volunteering

Firstly, you can make a positive impact by promoting harm reduction practices & reducing drug-related risks. Secondly, you can develop new skills & meet new people. Volunteering can also expand your network & offer opportunities for career guidance. Our flexible volunteering opportunities allow you to choose events that work best for you. Plus, volunteers receive free entry to concerts, music festivals, & other events where we provide harm reduction services. Additionally, our volunteers receive discounts, promotions, & other perks for being a part of our organization

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Training Procedures

At Harm Reduction Circle, we value the safety and well-being of all our volunteers and event attendees. Before participating in event volunteering, volunteers are required to complete a comprehensive training program. This includes online modules, as well as in-person training sessions with experienced Harm Reduction Circle team members. Our training covers harm reduction principles, drug awareness, emergency response, and other important topics to ensure that volunteers are prepared to handle any situation that may arise at events.

Upcoming Events

  • Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - March 21st
    Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - March 21st
    Thu, Mar 21
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Mar 21, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Join us for a Free Narcan Training (Virtual) All ages are welcome!
  • Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - March 3rd
    Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - March 3rd
    Sun, Mar 03
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Mar 03, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Join us for a Free Narcan Training (Virtual) All ages are welcome!
  • Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - February 23rd
    Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - February 23rd
    Fri, Feb 23
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Feb 23, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Join us for a Free Narcan Training (Virtual) All ages are welcome!
  • Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - February 9th
    Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - February 9th
    Fri, Feb 09
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Feb 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Join us for a Free Narcan Training (Virtual) All ages are welcome!
  • Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - January 27th
    Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - January 27th
    Sat, Jan 27
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Jan 27, 2024, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Join us for a Free Narcan Training (Virtual) All ages are welcome!
  • Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - January 11th
    Free Narcan Training (Virtual) - January 11th
    Thu, Jan 11
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Jan 11, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    https://meet.google.com/qvf-eitm-qbi
    Join us for a Free Narcan Training (Virtual) All ages are welcome!
  • Meals on Onewheels Orange County - December 10th
    Meals on Onewheels Orange County - December 10th
    Sun, Dec 10
    Santa Ana
    Dec 10, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM PST
    Santa Ana, Santa Ana, CA, USA
    Join Meals on Onewheels Orange County - December 10th as we distribute meals using Onewheels & other PEV's! Read More...
  • Harm Reduction Circle Meetups in Orange County on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday
    Harm Reduction Circle Meetups in Orange County on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Dec 05
    Orange County
    Dec 05, 2023, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM PST
    Orange County, Orange County, CA, USA
    Harm Reduction Circle Meetups in Orange County on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month! Our aim is to bring together like-minded individuals who share our passion for harm reduction & community outreach. Read More...
  • Free Narcan Training at LeBard Park
    Free Narcan Training at LeBard Park
    Wed, Nov 29
    Huntington Beach
    Nov 29, 2023, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
    Huntington Beach, LeBard Park, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
    Join us at 3:30pm on Wednesday, November 29th at LeBard Park in Huntington Beach to take part in our Harm Reduction Hero Series, where we’ll be providing a Free Narcan Training! All ages are welcome!
  • Meals on Onewheels Orange County - November 11th
    Meals on Onewheels Orange County - November 11th
    Sat, Nov 11
    Orange County
    Nov 11, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM PST
    Orange County, Orange County, CA, USA
    Join Meals on Onewheels Orange County - November 11th as we distribute meals using Onewheels & other PEV's! Read More...
  • Amplify Awareness: Silent Auction Supporting Harm Reduction At Music Festivals
    Amplify Awareness: Silent Auction Supporting Harm Reduction At Music Festivals
    Wed, Nov 01
    Online Silent Auction
    Nov 01, 2023, 9:00 AM – Nov 30, 2023, 9:00 PM
    Online Silent Auction
    Harm Reduction Circle presents... Amplify Awareness: Silent Auction Supporting Harm Reduction At Music Festivals. Read More...
  • International Drug Policy Reform Conference
    International Drug Policy Reform Conference
    Wed, Oct 18
    Gila River Resort Wild Horse Pass
    Oct 18, 2023, 11:00 AM – Oct 21, 2023, 5:30 PM
    Gila River Resort Wild Horse Pass, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226, USA
    The International Drug Policy Reform Conference is back. Join us October 18-21, 2023, in Phoenix, Arizona. Read more...
  • Meals on Onewheels Orange County - October 7th
    Meals on Onewheels Orange County - October 7th
    Sat, Oct 07
    Orange County
    Oct 07, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM PDT
    Orange County, Orange County, CA, USA
    Join Meals on Onewheels Orange County - October 7th as we distribute meals using Onewheels & other PEV's! Read More...
  • Vibey Desert 2023
    Vibey Desert 2023
    Fri, Sep 29
    Southern California Mojave Desert
    Sep 29, 2023, 12:00 PM PDT – Oct 01, 2023, 4:00 AM PDT
    Southern California Mojave Desert, Kramer Junction, CA 93516, USA
    Join Harm Reduction Circle at Vibey Desert in Southern California September 29th to October 1st, 2023. Read More...
  • Same Same But Different Music & Arts Festival 2023
    Same Same But Different Music & Arts Festival 2023
    Thu, Sep 28
    Lake Perris State Park
    Sep 28, 2023, 11:00 AM PDT – Oct 02, 2023, 3:00 AM PDT
    Lake Perris State Park, 18095 Lake Perris Dr, Perris, CA 92571, USA
    Join the Harm Reduction Team at Same Same But Different Music & Arts Festival 2023 in SoCal, Sept. 28th-Oct. 1st, 2023. Read More...
  • Stop Fentanyl Benefit Concert and Silent Auction with Symphony Irvine
    Stop Fentanyl Benefit Concert and Silent Auction with Symphony Irvine
    Thu, Sep 14
    Irvine Barclay Theatre
    Sep 14, 2023, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Dr, Irvine, CA 92612, USA
    Join Harm Reduction Circle & FentanylSolution.org for an unforgettable evening at Irvine Barclay Theatre. Read More...
  • Meals on Onewheels Orange County - September 9th
    Meals on Onewheels Orange County - September 9th
    Sat, Sep 09
    Orange County
    Sep 09, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM PDT
    Orange County, Orange County, CA, USA
    Join Meals on Onewheels Orange County - September 9th as we distribute meals using Onewheels & other PEV's! Read More...
  • RAVE'n Fair 2023
    RAVE'n Fair 2023
    Fri, Sep 08
    Arizona Desert (Near Superior, AZ)
    Sep 08, 2023, 10:00 AM – Sep 10, 2023, 2:00 AM
    Arizona Desert (Near Superior, AZ), Superior, AZ 85173, USA
    RAVE'n Fair goes down in Arizona Desert (Near Superior, AZ) from September 8-10th, 2023! Learn More...

Let's Make a Change

At Harm Reduction Circle, our vision is a world where drug-related harms are minimized, is made possible by bringing individuals who share our mission onto our teams. Join our team of dedicated volunteers & make a positive impact in your community by promoting harm reduction practices.

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Are you already a volunteer with Harm Reduction Circle? The Inner Circle is where you'll find everything you need to get started with volunteering.

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