We're thrilled to announce a strategic partnership between ADUA Coin and the National Harm Reduction Coalition (NHRC), one of the most respected harm reduction organizations in the United States.
About NHRC
Founded in 1993, NHRC has been at the forefront of harm reduction advocacy for over three decades. They've trained thousands of harm reduction workers, influenced policy at the federal level, and built a national network of grassroots organizations.
Their work includes:
- Naloxone distribution and training
- Syringe service program support
- Policy advocacy and lobbying
- Community organizing and leadership development
- Research and publication of best practices
What This Partnership Means
Expanded Naloxone Distribution
ADUA Coin will fund the distribution of 100,000 naloxone kits through NHRC's network over the next year. These kits will reach underserved communities, including:
- Rural areas with limited harm reduction services
- Native American reservations
- Incarcerated populations transitioning back to communities
- Unhoused individuals
Policy Advocacy
NHRC will use ADUA funding to lobby for:
- Federal Good Samaritan laws
- Expanded Medicaid coverage for harm reduction services
- Decriminalization of drug possession
- Funding for supervised consumption spaces
Training and Capacity Building
ADUA will sponsor NHRC's training programs, certifying 500 new peer support specialists and harm reduction workers annually.
Research Collaboration
We're co-funding research on crypto-funded advocacy models, examining whether blockchain technology can sustainably support social movements.
Why This Matters
This partnership validates ADUA Coin's model. NHRC is a highly respected organization that doesn't partner lightly. Their endorsement signals to the harm reduction community that cryptocurrency can be a legitimate funding mechanism.
It also demonstrates scale. NHRC's national network means ADUA-funded programs will reach communities in every state, multiplying our impact.
Community Governance Approved
This partnership was approved through ADUA's governance process with 87% support from token holders. Community members recognized NHRC's credibility and track record, voting overwhelmingly to allocate $500,000 over the next year.
This is decentralized decision-making in action. Token holders researched the proposal, asked questions, debated alternatives, and ultimately reached consensus.
Quotes
Monique Tula, Executive Director, NHRC: "We're excited to partner with ADUA Coin in this innovative funding model. Harm reduction has always been underfunded, and traditional sources are unreliable. Blockchain technology offers a path to sustainability that aligns with our values of community empowerment and decentralization."
Sarah Martinez, Executive Director, ADUA: "NHRC has been a leader in harm reduction for decades. Partnering with them validates our approach and expands our reach exponentially. Together, we're proving that cryptocurrency can serve social justice."
What's Next
- June 2026: First naloxone shipment (25,000 kits) to NHRC distribution network
- July 2026: Joint training program launches in 10 cities
- August 2026: Policy advocacy campaign begins in 5 target states
- Quarterly: Impact reports showing naloxone distribution, overdose reversals, and policy wins
Get Involved
Want to support this partnership? Buy ADUA tokens—every transaction contributes to the Advocacy Fund that makes collaborations like this possible. Vote in governance proposals. Share our work on social media.
This is community-funded advocacy at scale. You're part of making it happen.
Learn More
- NHRC Website: harmreduction.org
- Partnership Details: aduacoin.org/partnerships/nhrc
- Governance Proposal: governance.aduacoin.org/proposals/nhrc-partnership
Together, we're saving lives and changing policy. Thank you for being part of this movement.
