On This Day In History

On This Day In History

May 11th, 1985: American activist Aubri Esters was born.

On This Day In History

Esters was one of the most important early names in harm reduction advocating. The harm reduction movement emphasizes decreasing stigma and harm of various behaviors without requiring total abstinence--often in regards to drug use or sexual activity. Today, harm reduction is typically considered both the most effective way to address drug use, and the most dignified for the people it helps.

Esters herself was a drug user, in her own words, "a person who happened to use drugs". She benefitted from available services, notably methadone access (methadone relieves opioid cravings, allowing people with addiction to function). She saved many lives by carrying naloxone (Narcan, used to reverse the effects of opioids during an overdose).

Esters was a disabled trans woman. She was a drummer. She pioneered and fiercely advocated for people in her community, and changed the opinions of politicians on drug users.

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