The tragic death of Stanford soccer captain Katie Meyer ignited both heartbreak and reform. Her parents transformed unimaginable grief into advocacy, helping drive student protection reform. This article reflects on courage, accountability, and the power of policy change.

Critics continue to question substance use harm reduction. Advocates persist in fighting for it. But the data is precise: harm reduction saves lives. As patterns of drug use shift and risks increase, strategies such as overdose prevention centers, fentanyl test strips, and naloxone access offer a proven path forward. This isn't theory; it's survival.