Stay Informed
Savage Sisters offers a range of trainings tailored for different goals from overdose prevention, history, drug supply and wound care management.
Knowledge saves Lives
We believe life-saving accurate knowledge should be accessible to everyone. Our dynamic trainers couple our lived experience backed by evidence to empower community members. Be prepared to respond in a crisis, understand the complexities of the war on drugs and learn about new adulterants impacting public health.
What We Offer
Overdose Prevention & Reversal Trainings
Wound Care & Harm Reduction Education
Community & Venue Trainings
Overdose Prevention & Reversal Trainings
Our goal is to equip community members with the skills and confidence to save lives. We provide free naloxone and fentanyl/xylazine testing strips at all trainings.
- Learn how to recognize an overdose
- How to administer naloxone (Narcan)
- Rescue breathing and next steps
- Real-world scenarios and hands-on practice
Tracking an Evolving Drug Supply
Savage Sisters monitors current drug supply trends through an ongoing drug checking program. The information gathered helps identify emerging substances, understand potential impacts, and support informed, evidence-based responses to an increasingly unpredictable drug supply. All trainings are continually updated with the latest findings and trends.
Wound Care & Harm Reduction Education
Hang out and learn the basics of xylazine-related wound care — in person or on Zoom. We’ll cover the history of harm reduction, how policy shows up in real-world practice, the current shifts and politicization of HR, and best practices for care.
TRAININGS COVER:
- Understanding the current drug supply and its effects
- Street-based wound care best practices
- Supplies and harm reduction techniques
- When and how to seek medical care
Trainings at our South Philly Drop-In Center
Located at our South Philly Drop-In Center, Savage Sisters offers free community trainings focused on harm reduction, overdose prevention, and wound care. Open to community members, professionals, families, and supporters alike, these trainings are available both virtually and in person at our South Philadelphia location.
VISIT THE DROP-IN CENTER:
1816 S. 21st Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Upcoming Community Trainings
Overdose Prevention & Reversal Training
JOIN US AT 6 PM
Learn how to recognize and respond to an overdose, administer naloxone, and support safer communities. This free training is offered virtually and in person at our South Philly Drop-In Center.
TRAININGS DETAILS:
- At 6PM every Second Friday of the Month
- Virtual & In-Person Options Available
- Free & Open to the Community
Wound Care Training
JOIN US AT 6 PM
Learn practical wound care skills and safer care practices through a harm reduction lens. This free training is offered virtually and in person at our South Philly Drop-In Center.
TRAININGS DETAILS:
- At 6PM every Third Friday of the Month
- Virtual & In-Person Options Available
- Free & Open to the Community
Community & Venue Trainings
We meet people where they are. Savage Sisters provides trainings at:
- Schools and universities
- Bars, restaurants, and music venues
- Workplaces and community centers
- Festivals and public events
We can also set up a Stay Safe Station at your show or event, offering:
- Free naloxone & testing strips
- Harm reduction supplies
- On-site education and support
Free Trainings for Delco Residents!
If you live or work in Delaware County, Savage Sisters offers free trainings on overdose prevention, wound care, and harm reduction—brought directly to your space.
"Savage Sisters team understands that prevention and education go hand in hand. Stay empowered, stay informed, stay savage."
ADAM AL-ASAD, director of operations
Contact
187 Meredith Avenue, Bryn Mawr PA
Phone: 267 773 8276
Email: info@savagesisters.org
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