Kentuckians have the power to end the stigma associated with opioid use disorder (OUD) and reverse the addiction crisis.
UNSHAME Kentucky is a statewide campaign to destigmatize opioid use disorder (OUD) by providing education on OUD-related topics and sharing the stories of people whose lives have been affected by opioid use disorder and those who serve those communities. By learning their stories, we come to understand that opioid use disorder is something that can affect any of us and that no one should struggle with it alone.
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About UNSHAME KY
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About Our Partners
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Share Your Story
Sharing how you have been impacted by OUD is one of the most effective ways to humanize the disease of addiction and reduce stigma. When you share your story, you show that addiction is not a result of bad character - it's a treatable, chronic disease that can affect anyone, but it's possible to recover with the proper support.
Champion the Movement
UNSHAME Kentucky is a movement of Kentuckians who care. Encourage your organization to become a campaign partner committed to changing the narrative surrounding opioid use disorder and sharing resources and messages of hope with Kentuckians. Together, we can make sure that people have the resources and support they need on their recovery journey.
Join the Conversation
Attend one of our monthly webinars to learn from experts and community members about how addiction stigma holds Kentucky back and what we can do to end it. You can also join our Community Website to connect with other advocates, share resources, and discover additional opportunities to end stigma in your community.
Across Kentucky, people are telling their stories openly, owning it, and showing the world where it brought them. Browse the Story Library to hear these inspiring experiences.
Marta's StoryMarta sought help from a co-worker who was in recovery, and today, she has been in long-term recovery for over 40 years. After a long career working as a social worker, professor, therapist, advocate, and now commissioner, she's sharing her story publicly for the first time.
Rickey's StoryRickey (Dolla Green) is a small business owner using music to share his story of recovery. He went from Volunteers of America to being a full-time student to climbing the ladder at work. Today, he is doing the best he ever has.
Nathan's StoryMayfield Police Chief Nathan Kent is committed to improving Graves County's approach to harm reduction, both for people living with active opioid use disorder and the law enforcement officers he leads.
Our monthly newsletter includes information on the UNSHAME Kentucky campaign, upcoming webinars and events, and the latest resources from across the field.
UNSHAME Kentucky is brought to you by the Kentucky Opioid Response Effort (KORE) in partnership with Shatterproof. The campaign is funded by the Commonwealth of Kentucky's Cabinet for Health and Family Services Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities.