Together to end stigma

Thousands of Californians live with a substance use disorder (SUD). Stigma is hurting our family and friends as it keeps them from reaching out for help.

Unshame California is bringing our community together by shining a light on the stories of people impacted by SUD. Unshame California invites you to treat people without judgment, because no one should face challenges alone.

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Californians Reached by Unshame CA

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55% of Californians are willing to move next door to a person with OUD

- Andres | Watsonville, CA

Stories change communities.
Communities create change.

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Champions

Unshame California Champions promote the Unshame California campaign in their communities and through their social networks by connecting Unshame California with potential community partners, by sharing their story or referring other story sharers, and by engaging in Unshame California’s digital content on social media.