We are excited to announce that we have tabled an Early Day Motion (EDM) asking MPs to support our mission to take action on stigma. We hope this will draw attention to the network and encourage MPs to support our work.
To progress the EDM to a parliamentary debate, we need you to encourage your MP to support it.
It’s very simple to do. Follow the three basic steps below:
- Visit writetothem.com
- Enter your postcode and select your MP from the list
- Write your own letter to your MP explaining why you think they should support the EDM and the work of the network, or copy and paste the text below:
Dear [MP’s Name],
I am writing to draw your attention to Early Day Motion (EDM) 62483, which addresses the crucial issue of stigma and discrimination against people affected by drugs and alcohol. Stigma is one of the most significant barriers to treatment, support, and broader healthcare for those who use drugs and alcohol.
Stigma costs lives, shames people, and limits society’s progress. We must end stigma because the harms are too great, and because, collectively, we can.
The EDM highlights the work of the Anti-Stigma Network and its mission to take action on stigma. I urge you to support this Early Day Motion and join the Anti-Stigma Network at antistigmanetwork.org.uk.
Your support will be instrumental in bringing about meaningful change and raising awareness about the importance of challenging the stigma and discrimination of one of society’s most vulnerable groups.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you and hope that you will stand with us in this vital cause.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, Postal Code]
[Email Address]
Share our work and support us!
By amplifying our message, sharing our work, and encouraging people to join us, you help expand our reach. The more people we can reach, the more Anti-Stigma conversations we can have, and the more we can bring about meaningful change to people affected by the stigma of drug and alcohol use.
Anti-Stigma Open Forum
We have created two open drop-in sessions with no fixed agenda. These drop-ins are meant to be an informal space for you to meet with other network members, exchange ideas, ask questions, or simply listen to others talk about their anti-stigma work.
Please join us on
Thursday October 3rd at 12:30–1:30 on Teams: the joining link is here
Or
Tuesday 22nd October at 10:30–11:30 on Teams: the joining link is here
Thank you for your continued support!
The Anti-Stigma Network Team
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