The Problem with Punishment

The Problem with Punishing Addiction


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For this episode, we visit the wondrous folks who run OnPoint NYC, an overdose prevention center. They base their work in the principles of harm reduction, which we explore in this episode. And we also talk to Toni Smith, the New York State Director at Drug Policy Alliance. Together they explain the futility and danger of trying to control addiction by punishing people for drug use. Full transcript and related links at https://www.beyondpunishment.org/problem-with-punishment/ep2-problem-with-punishing-addiction

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The Problem with PunishmentBy Justice Beyond Punishment Collaborative