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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🎧 New Episode 🎧 'What is sober curiosity? With Scott Woolly' @arclett.bsky.social 📺YouTube youtu.be/P1knVRHvyV8 📺Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/6HGf... 🎧Apple Pods podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w... 🎧Amazon music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/b96... #DrugsUnwrapped #Podcast @drugwise.bsky.social

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

💬 “Young people and harm reduction is not a welcome conversation at the Commission of Narcotic Drugs” | ‘Bringing young people’s voices to the drug policy table with Ruby Rose Lawlor’ | 🎧 Drugs Unwrapped youtu.be/NspCaMzzi-4?... @drugwise.bsky.social

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

🚨 TICKETS SALES END NEXT TUESDAY 🚨 You have just one week left to grab your ticket to our annual conference on Wednesday 3rd June at the Swansea Building Society Arena. 🔗To view our line up of speakers and to purchase your ticket, visit: barod.cymru/conference20... #Barod26 #Wales #harmreduction

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

🚨Just under two weeks left to grab your ticket 🚨 Ticket sales end on Tuesday 19th May, so make sure you get your ticket in time! 🔗To purchase your ticket, visit: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/barod-conf... #Barod26 #Conference #Harmreduction #Wales

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

💬”The smears that the Green’s want to give children crack cocaine. ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS” | Inside the Green Party’s plan to legalise drugs | 🎙️Drugs Unwrapped #drugsunwrapped #podcast #clip #harmreduction #wales

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

🔥 Tickets are selling fast 🔥 Grab your ticket to our annual conference before they sell out! 👉Check out our confirmed speakers so far and to buy your ticket here: barod.cymru/conference20... 🏟 Swansea Building Society Arena 📆 Wednesday 3rd June 2026 #Barod26 #conference #harmreduction #wales

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Day 5 of our Choices Swansea Young Person's Service #youthvoice campaign! We really wanted to know what community and the future meant for young people. Here's what they had to say.... #YouthVoiceWeek

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Day 4 of our Choices Swansea Young Person's service #youthvoice campaign listening to what #youngpeople have to say. We wanted to learn more about #socialmedia and technology and how this affects young people. Check out what they had to say! #YouthVoiceWeek

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

For Youth Voice Week, our Choices Swansea young person's service focused on listening to young people and using their experience and views to shape our delivery and design. We asked young people about schools and education. They say..... #YouthVoiceWeek

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Listening to young people is at the heart of our service delivery and design. We wanted to capture what it’s like for a young person focusing on Identity, Education, Mental Health, Social Media, Communities and Empowerment and Leadership. Today we focus on Identity & Belonging. #YouthVoiceWeek

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

💛Got naloxone? Naloxone temporarily reverses the effects of an opioid overdose. It can save a life. 👉If you live in Wales, order your kit now and get it delivered straight to your door barod.cymru/naloxone-cli... #naloxone #overdose #wales #harmreduction

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

🚨KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT🚨 We are delighted to announce that Andrew Preston, Managing Director at Exchange Supplies, will be presenting at our annual conference. 👉To book your spot, visit: barod.cymru/conference20... #Barod26 #HarmReduction #Wales #Conference

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Tomorrow is the last day to grab your early bird ticket for our annual conference. 👉Book your ticket now so not to miss out - barod.cymru/conference20... #Barod26 #Conference #harmreduction #wales

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

🚨 New episode 🚨 'Drugs on the brain with Professor David Nutt' 📺YouTube youtu.be/fuAxOuglpl4?... 📺Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/3Hek... 🎧Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/d... 🎧Amazon Music music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/b96... @drugscience.bsky.social @drugwise.bsky.social

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Drugs on the brain with Professor David Nutt

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

🚨EARLY BIRD ends next week 🚨 This year's conference theme is 'Harm reduction in the digital age', showcasing some of the most up-to-date innovations within the substance use field. 👉Grab your ticket: barod.cymru/conference20... #Barod26 #Harmreduction #conference #wales @drugwise.bsky.social

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

🚨We are hiring 🚨 ✅Cafe & Social Enterprise Manager ✅Youth Justice Service – Young Persons Substance Use Worker ✅Criminal Justice Partnership and Engagement Worker For more info and to apply, visit: barod.cymru/about-us/wor... #JobSearch #jobs #recruiting #recruitment

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Happy Eid to everyone who is celebrating ❤️🎉 #Eid #eidmubarak

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

🔥 KEYNOTE SPEAKER 🔥 We are delighted to announce Professor Fiona Measham, will be returning to speak at our conference in June. 🎟 To book your EARLY BIRD ticket, visit: barod.cymru/conference20... 📆Wednesday 3rd June 2026 🏟 Swansea Building Society Arena #Barod26 #conference #harmreduction #wales

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Some of our favourites include: 📖Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart 📖Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe 📖Drugs Without the Hot Air by Prof. David Nutt 📖Trainspotting by Irvine Welsh 📖Street Drugs: The facts explained. The myths exploded by Andrew Tyler What is your favourite book, from any genre?

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

📚Today is World Book Day There are so many great reads about substance use, both fiction and non-fiction, some of which have gone on to inspire binge worthy TV series and classic films. (1/2) #worldbookday2026

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

🔥 KEYNOTE SPEAKER 🔥 Professor Paolo Deluca, from @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social will be discussing virtual reality-enhanced cue exposure treatment for cocaine dependence. 🎟 To book your EARLY BIRD ticket, visit: barod.cymru/conference20... #Barod26 #conference #harmreduction #wales

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

🔥Get your EARLY BIRD TICKET today 🔥 Our upcoming conference will be focusing on harm reduction in the digital age and will be showcasing some of the latest innovations within the field. 👉To book your spot, visit: barod.cymru/conference20... @drugwise.bsky.social

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

💬 “My mission is to get this into the NHS” | Ketmaine Assisted Therapy | 🎙️Drugs Unwrapped Podcast #DrugsUnwrapped #clips #harmreduction #podcast #wales

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

🚨 New Episode 🚨 'Ketamine Assisted Therapy with Lucy da Silva' 📺YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_bb... 📺Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/3wUG... 🎧Apple podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/k... #DrugsUnwrapped #harmreduction #ketamine #wales @drugwise.bsky.social

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

🎥 30 years ago, Trainspotting hit our screens and sparked huge conversations about substance use & culture. Since then, countless films, TV shows & documentaries have tackled the topic — some powerful, some problematic. Which portrayal stands out to you, & why? #harmreduction

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

🎟 Get your EARLY BIRD ticket now 🎟 We're delighted to announce that we will be returning to the Swansea Building Society Arena for our 2026 annual conference, on Wednesday 3rd June. 👉For more info, visit: barod.cymru/conference20... #Barod26 #harmreduction #Wales @drugwise.bsky.social

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Did you miss our latest webinar, focusing on community-based drug checking? Catch up now on YouTube or via our Drugs Unwrapped podcast. 📺 YouTube - youtu.be/yWiovuEwVoE?... 📺 Spotify - open.spotify.com/episode/3P4m... #drugsunwrapped #webinar #harmreduction #manifestosessions

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

This document shines a light on the appropriate, and inappropriate use, of certain terms, while providing an insight into their impact and how they can often foster understanding or reinforce stigma.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

In collaboration with people with lived and living experience of substance use, we developed a terminology guide, 'Why Language Matters'.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Why does language matter? The words we use shape the way we think — and the way we treat people. When we choose our words with care, we help create a culture of dignity, inclusion, and hope. ⬇ Download our terminology guide here: barod.cymru/why-language... #stigma #language #harmreduction

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Why Language Matters - Barod

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

📢 We are recruiting! When employing new people, we don't just look to what you can do for us. We want to know what we can do for you. 👉Check out some of our exciting job opportunities and visit: barod.cymru/about-us/wor... #jobs #JobSearch

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

🌈We are proud to have an Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity working group, continually aiming to break down barriers that are faced by numerous groups and populations and ensure that our services and spaces are trauma-informed, welcoming and safe for anyone and everyone.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

💬Feedback from the LGBTQ+ population states that in order to improve engagement with formal services, they would encourage service providers to increase LGBTQ+ visibility for instance, employing more LGBTQ+ staff, having peer-led support and more staff training and awareness of LGBTQ+ needs.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

🔗Reported high levels of substance dependency often coincides with barriers to accessing support or information from formal services.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Did you know? 📈Research suggests problematic substance is higher in the LGBTQ+ population, than in the wider population. 🫵Substance use within the LGBTQ+ populations may be a consequence of the lifelong discrimination, marginalisation and isolation often experienced by people within these groups.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

🏳️‍🌈 LGBT+ History Month 🏳️‍🌈 February marks LGBT+ History month, with this year's theme focusing on Science and Innovation. But what are the links between the LGBTQ+ community and substance use?

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

🚨 NEW WEBINAR 🚨 Don't miss our upcoming webinar focusing on Enhanced Harm Reduction Centres (aka Drug Consumption Rooms) and Memorandums of Understanding. 📆Tues 17th Feb 2026 ⏰12.00 🔗 Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/951540... #Webinar #harmreduction #Wales @drugwise.bsky.social

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Don't miss our latest webinar, today at 14.00 (Tuesday 27th January). 🔗 Book your free place now: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/459080... #webinar #manifestosessions #drugchecking #harmreduction #wales

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

🚨 New episode 🚨 "I've lost my bladder to Ketamine" 📺YouTube youtu.be/atPTMz_u7uA?... 📺Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/6rFy... 🎧Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i... 🎧Amazon Music music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/b96... #ketamine #harmreduction #wales @drugwise.bsky.social

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"I've lost my bladder to ketamine"

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

🏥 We would like to see more training delivered to Primary Care staff and GPs, to help early identification of symptoms relating to ketamine use and support them to access the right treatment. Da iawn Huw 👏 #ketamine #harmreduction #ITVWales #News #interview #Wales

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

⚖The reclassification of ketamine from Class B to Class A would likely have little impact, as people report the classification of a drug rarely plays a role in whether they use that substance or not.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

📝There is a lack of a clear vision from Welsh Government around the treatment of ketamine use, and would like to see a new strategy that provides a clear pathway for prevention, education and treatment for ketamine use.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

🌐If you people experience such symptoms or concerned about your ketamine use, you can confidentially seek support via our Live Webchat Service at barod.cymru.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

🚾If you use ketamine and have started to experience pain such as abdominal cramps, pain when going to the toilet or notice you are starting to go to the toilet more frequently, seek support as soon as possible.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

💷One of the reasons due to the rise in ketamine use is that it is a more affordable option compared to other drugs and there has been an increase in accessibility, especially due to online and social media sales. 💊People report that they use ketamine to self-medicate unmet mental health issues.

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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

🎤 ITV Wales News Interview 🎤 Last night, our Director of Operations, Huw, was interviewed live in the studio, discussing the latest concerns around the rise in ketamine use and its impact upon people who use the substance. Some of the main points raised by Huw include:

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