Rob Kent, Esq. writes from nearly 20 years of work in state and federal drug policy, including his time as general counsel at the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports. In this Harm Reduction Series article, he explains how witnessing preventable loss changed his view of harm reduction and strengthened his belief in the full continuum of care. His central question is direct: how can we help people stay alive and get better?

LADC-II Joshua Bennett-Johnson argues that autonomy isn’t optional—it’s the engine of real change. A field-level story shows how honoring choice unlocks engagement and outcomes.