Benzo Research Project

A student-led small charity seeking to understand and improve the lives of young people who use benzos across the UK #harmreduction 🦋 @

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

📣 Our report is finally here!!

The Benzo Research Project: An evaluation of recreational benzodiazepine use amongst UK young people (18-25)

We analysed 73 anonymous submissions, and produced recommendations based on these for drug policy stakeholders https://t.co/1CQAPIuiJS

[Fiona Measham @FMeasham]

Proud to announce that @WeAreTheLoopUK has started 2 regular drug checking services in London, with a 3rd opening soon!
Free, non judgmental #harmreduction advice from dedicated professionals.
Read @whatareyou0n’s article here:-
https://t.co/neaZlrjx2D

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

We are excited to announce the launch of our new research project in collaboration with @DrKarenzaMoore from Newcastle University and @crew_2000! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

We're looking for Scotland-based young people, aged 16–30, who take #benzos to share your stories with us: https://t.co/pXRpTG3Xkr

[AJ Martin @AJL_Martin]

Had a blast repping @BenzoResearch at the 7th Contemporary Drug Problems conference in Manchester🫡

Reflecting on the insightful discussions about institutionalisation of harm reduction, responsibilisation in recovery, and navigating the researcher/researched dichotomy #CDP

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

📠*Samples from the majority of 12/24 were not included, due to WEDINOS’s technical issues

While some harm reduction services close over the festive period, we encourage people to stick with friends and #StartLowTakeItSlow 💙

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

🗺️ We have launched an interactive map showing nitazene detections by @WEDINOSProject across all of 2024*

The vast majority of the 144 samples containing a #nitazene were missold, and over half were intended as a #benzo

Check it out on our website: https://t.co/QexK864wl0

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

Some disclaimers:
📍The locations were mapped based on the postcode district (e.g. EC1) displayed on WEDINOS results page (i.e., not where someone lives!)
💡Hotspots may not = more nitazenes in circulation — more samples may be submitted where local organisations support testing

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

@UniKent @SidotiCosimo @AJL_Martin @jkbright95 These are the responses we received from the students on what *they* think can be done to reduce benzo-related harms💙

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

We had an excellent time at @UniKent this Tuesday, delivering a guest lecture on 'Harm reduction for young people who use benzos' for 3rd year Criminology students🌟

Big thanks George and @SidotiCosimo for welcoming us! #StudentDrugandAlcoholAwarenessWeek

[SSDP UK @ssdpuk]

‼️ SSDP UK Meeting 12th Nov 6pm.

Come along & find out more about how to get involved & hear from @SSDPIntl about what they’ve been up to too.

Send us a message for joining info, open to students at UK unis and you don’t have to already be involved with SSDP.

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

Happy #IDUD24 to all💙 Choosing to use drugs does not make you less deserving of love and your human rights!

@INPUD @Atikatika9jJ @crew_2000 @ssdpuk @drugsandmehub @Inclusion_NHS @IDPCnet @CorrelationNet @Release_drugs @VoltefaceHub

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

We’re are incredibly saddened by this year’s drug-related deaths statistics in England and Wales.

Our hearts go out to the friends and families of the 512 people who’s lives were lost in relation to benzo use in 2023💙 https://t.co/dt8uoh9l8C

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

Wanted to share some wordclouds from our welcome session this evening, made by our fabulous new cohort of volunteers joining the Benzo Research Project🥰

[Release Drugs - @releasedrugs.bsky.social @Release_drugs]

Call it what it is - NALOXONE!

Everyone needs to know what naloxone is, how it works, and where to get it. We shouldn't be dependent on police officers supporting people - we as a community should also hold that knowledge and medicine.

https://t.co/ASjwxPYLzs

[AJ Martin @AJL_Martin]

Fab first day at @Cranstoun_org Social Justice Conference repping @BenzoResearch with @jkbright95 💙 #SupportDontPunish

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

If you support our mission, please:
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💙 Sign up to the LHRC mailing list and donate if you can https://t.co/C5kI7mBQen
💙 Follow the excellent collective members (see tagged)

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

The Benzo Research Project is proud to join several other fab organisations in the London Harm Reduction Collective (LHRC) — a coalition committed to reducing drug-related harm in our communities💙

Check out LHRC's new website: https://t.co/ODUnTfX7Mq

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

Our capital city and our country are undergoing a drug-related death crisis.

With nitazenes continuing to contaminate the unregulated supply of street benzos and other drugs, a concerted, compassionate, and intersectional effort to reduce harm is paramount to saving lives!

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

Join us at @Cranstoun_org #SocialJustice2024, where @jkbright95 and @AJL_Martin will be presenting a poster on young people's lived experiences with benzos💙

Find out more about the conference and the fab line-up of speakers here: https://t.co/UC6K4kW9E0

[Benzo Research Project @BenzoResearch]

This International Overdose Awareness Day #IOAD2024, find out the warning signs of a nitazene overdose and how you can get your stuff tested💙: https://t.co/PT3V8ydfJX

[MANDRAKE @MANDRAKE_LAB]

⚠️WARNING!⚠️ 30 Aug 2024

Following testing by our scientists, a #harmreduction #warning, has been issued by #Greater #Manchester Drugs Early Warning System

Important #medical & #welfare guidance for #nitazene #intoxication

Stay safe and if unwell please seek medical attention