Welcome to HaRT³S!

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Having worked with Drs. Clifasefi and Collins for the past decade, primarily in their research and evaluation efforts, I can attest to both their professional competence and deep dedication to innovation in the delivery of harm reduction services to individuals struggling with their use of substances. They are creative and tireless in efforts in exploring the various methods by which harm reduction interventions can be implemented in a community. They consistently demonstrate the value of collaboration in their work with organizations and individuals.

Ron JacksonMSW, LICSW, Clinical Professor, School of Social Work, University of Washington; retired Executive Director, Founder, REACH

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Drs. Collins and Clifasefi have been invaluable partners to DESC. Their expertise in the field of harm reduction is rivaled only by their ability to center the voice of those with lived experience. DESC is a better organization, and our clients live healthier lives, due to their work.

Noah FayHousing Director, Downtown Emergency Service Center

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Drs. Clifasefi and Collins have always provided a tremendous community asset in their desire to provide equitable services for people who are using drugs. The research and training they have provided the community has advanced the understanding, decreased stigma and has helped evolve services to individuals who are in need of the help, in a way in which they are willing to receive it. I have learned a tremendous amount from Seema, Susan and colleagues and look forward to the ongoing collaboration.

Brad FinegoodMA, LMHC; Strategic Advisor; Public Health – Seattle & King County

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Some people practice harm reduction. Some people advocate for harm reduction practices and policies. And some people do evaluation and research. Very rarely do you find people who are capable of, and committed to, doing all of those things. Drs. Seema Clifasefi and Susan Collins are the truly rare people who are skilled at all of these and bridging the divides between advocacy, evaluation, and practice practice.

Kris Nyropformer Director of Harm Reduction Practices at the Public Defender Association and former LEAD National Support Director

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We are deeply grateful for the collaboration we have had to date with Drs. Seema Clifasefi and Susan Collins. They have consistently shown their ability to engage with community integrated programs in an appropriate, thoughtful, and low barrier manner.

Shantel DavisExecutive Director, The People's Harm Reduction Alliance