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Practical Hacks for Team Building and Community Unity

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Beyond the abstract instructions for building community, like practicing equity and being fair, are some very concrete suggestions on building community that include:

  • Recognize contributions—Take the time to publicly recognize and acknowledge the contributions of all stakeholders.
  • Share food—Finding ways to share food builds a sense of trust and community.
  • Build Rituals and Traditions—Traditions and their attendant rituals are one of the hallmarks of communities. Building observances that acknowledge loss, and allowing people to tell their stories and celebrate their identities and their accomplishments, are especially important.
  • Go on Retreat—When and where possible, take time to bond away from your typical work-a-day space.
  • Do Activities as a Team—Consider other team building activities like happy hour, escape rooms, team sports, or collaborative games.

Featured Hacks

These featured hacks highlight creative, practical solutions from harm reduction leaders on the ground. From DIY tools to clever workarounds, each one reflects the ingenuity, care, and real-world experience that keeps this movement alive. 

Resilience Building

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Because so many of us are so similar to the folks we serve, including the trauma we carry with us, and because it is now recognized that extreme stress impacts people who care for people experiencing that trauma nearly as much as the people directly impacted by that trauma, it is essential that people in […]
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Hacks for Non-Verbal Active Listening

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When someone is agitated or in distress, how we carry ourselves can make a huge difference. Non-verbal cues—like posture, breathing, and personal space—can either calm a situation or escalate it further. The following tips offer guidance on using body language to reduce tension, show respect, and create a safer, more grounded interaction.
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