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What we can do for you
DanceWize NSW is NUAA’s latest harm reduction outreach program. DanceWize NSW utilises peer education to reduce drug-and-alcohol-related harm at NSW dance parties and festivals. Our staff and volunteers are recruited from the festival, rave, doof, and dance music communities. They bring a wealth of knowledge, compassion, integrity, and intrinsic motivation from their own experiences within these scenes. We attend events in order to: host a chill-out space; discuss safer drug use with peers and disseminate health resources.
What do we provide?
• A neutral, safe space if you need to chill out, away from loud music and bright lights
• A safe space for people who need sanctuary from unsafe situations like bullying, harrassment or sexual assault
• A team of extensively trained, sober volunteers who are at the festival 24/7 to give you support
• Harm reduction information about a wide variety of psychoactive drugs
• An ear to listen
• Condoms, dental dams, female condoms, lollipops, sunscreen, glitter, earplugs, water, referrals and further information about blood borne virus, STIs, police powers and your rights
• Blankets, hot water bottles, dry clothes, tea and toast
• Games if you need some distraction
• Support from security and medical services if you are feeling unsafe or unwell
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