The Kenosha County Substance Abuse Coalition has been selected as a pilot site for the nationwide Anti - Stigma Initiative launched by the Addiction Policy Forum , the coalition announced today .  
   The Addiction Policy Forum Anti - Stigma Initiative includes over 100 pilot sites nationwide working to reduce addiction stigma — including stereotypes , prejudice and discrimination intent — and to increase knowledge about addiction .  
   “This opportunity showcases our organization’s dedication to improving our response to individuals with a substance use disorder and actively combating the harmful stigma associated with addiction , ” said Kari Foss , director of the Kenosha County Division of Aging , Disability and Behavioral Health Services and co - chair of the Substance Abuse Coalition .
   As a pilot site , Foss said the Kenosha County Substance Abuse Coalition will be at the forefront of this groundbreaking initiative , actively contributing to testing and evaluation of new stigma interventions and new tools to measure levels of stigma in the community .
   Foss said Stigma is a factor of treatment outcomes because individuals hide their conditions , with feelings of shame leading to avoidance of treatment or inadequate care .
   “In Wisconsin , our culture has normalized substance abuse and misuse , ” Foss said . “It’s time for us to start normalizing , asking for help , supporting those in recovery , and having conversations around prevention . We all play a part in keeping Kenosha County and all who live here healthy and safe . ”
   More information about the Anti - Stigma Initiative is available at
   https://www . addictionpolicy . org/anti - stigmainitiative
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