European professional profile of the outreach worker in harm reduction

Abstract

The book outlines the Professional Profile of the Outreach Worker in Harm Reduction, including the activities the OWHR should be able to develop, the skills and attitudes they should possess, as well as important categories of knowledge that should be included in the training curricula of these harm reduction workers. Along with the profile the reader will find several good practice examples from different harm reduction organisations across Europe that will hopefully give inspiration and support to those working in this field. The manual also presents an overview of the state of the OWHR profession at the moment in 11 European countries.

This manual is targeting not only outreach workers as professionals, peers, students and volunteers, but also decision makers, politicians, trainers and other fundamental stakeholders, who are working or are interested in outreach work in harm reduction settings.