How does the harm reduction model promote social justice?

The harm reduction model promotes social justice by acknowledging the impact of structural inequities on health and well-being, ensuring that interventions meet individuals where they are in their lives. This approach recognizes that people may engage in risky behaviors due to a variety of social, economic, and environmental factors that influence their choices. By focusing on reducing the negative consequences of those behaviors rather than blaming individuals or stigmatizing them, the harm reduction model aims to empower people and improve their health outcomes in a compassionate and inclusive manner. This model fosters a more equitable healthcare system where all individuals, regardless of their circumstances, have access to the support they need to make safer choices.