National Leader in Advocacy, Substance Use Prevention, Stigma, & Harm Reduction
Recognitions & News Appearances
Speaking Topics &
Key Takeaways
Turning Grief Into Action
Turning Grief
Into Action
Substance Use Disorder and Harm Reduction
Substance Use Disorder and Harm Reduction
Breaking The Stigma
Breaking The Stigma
Policy and Systemic Change
Policy and Systemic Change
Maximizing Community Resources
Maximizing Community Resources
The Effect of Substance Use Disorder on the Entire Family
The Effect of Substance Use Disorder on the Entire Family
One of my greatest takeaways from hearing Justin speak was how important it is to remove the barriers so people can get help. There are too many times as people, we judge people or make them feel less than and results in them not wanting the help that they need. Being able to lower the stigma can help the people in need.
–Anonymous
What Justin shared about her lived experience with stigma and substance use really stuck with me. Something I found applicable for the future in my work is how someone’s truth can be someone else’s anchor. That can create real change and break down barriers within our communities.
–Anonymous
Knowing what we know about stigma, it was really powerful and brave for Justin to talk about how she handled her son’s treatment and how she might have handled it if it was treatment for a different disease. We need more people like Justin to talk about their experiences and break down that wall of stigma and shame, and along with that, we need more people to show compassion and love towards these people with lived experience with substance use.
–Anonymous
Justin has been one of the most impactful speakers I have had the privilege of learning from for numerous reasons. First off, her ability to capture the audience’s attention through detail, personal stories, and information was nothing less than impressive. Justin was able to connect many concepts and link them to real applications and action plans. I would love to be able to be in attendance if she was to present again. You can tell she has a very authentic service to make sure that the awareness and support for this cause are made known internationally.
–Miranda Stoll LIMHP, LADC
Meet Justin Phillips
Recently named Indiana’s 2024 Woman of the Year by USA Today, Justin Phillips has dedicated her life to providing hope, education, and lifesaving resources for those affected by substance use disorder.
As the founder and chief executive officer of Overdose Lifeline, she is a nationally recognized leader in the fight against the opioid and overdose crisis. After losing her son, Aaron, to an opioid overdose in 2013, Justin transformed her grief and public health background into action by launching the nonprofit Overdose Lifeline. She has played a pivotal role in shaping policy, expanding access to naloxone (the overdose reversal agent), and developing evidence-based programs now used nationwide. Her work continues to drive meaningful change, ensuring that those impacted by substance use disorder receive the support, education, and resources they deserve.
Stories of Addiction
and Loss
Justin Phillips released her first book this summer. Together Apart and the Love That Remains is a collection of stories from families who have lost someone to overdose. If you’ve ever loved someone battling addiction, felt helpless, or wondered how to keep showing up, these stories are for you.
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Whether you’re a policymaker, healthcare provider, educator, or community leader, Justin’s insights can help you navigate the opioid crisis, implement harm reduction strategies, and drive real change in your community.
