DanceSafe
DanceSafe
DanceSafe (/ˈdænsˌseɪf/) is a non-profit organization that promotes health and safety within the nightlife and electronic music community.
Etymology
The term "DanceSafe" is a compound word combining "dance", referring to the organization's roots in the dance and electronic music community, and "safe", indicating its mission to promote safety and harm reduction.
History
DanceSafe was founded in 1998 in the United States by Emanuel Sferios, with the aim of reducing harm and promoting health and safety in the nightlife and electronic music community. The organization provides services such as drug checking, peer-based education, and harm reduction information at music festivals and other events.
Services
DanceSafe provides a variety of services aimed at promoting health and safety in the nightlife and electronic music community. These include:
- Drug checking: DanceSafe offers drug checking services to help individuals make informed decisions about substance use. This service involves testing substances to determine their contents and potential risks.
- Peer education: DanceSafe utilizes a peer-based education model to provide accurate information about substance use and harm reduction. This involves training volunteers to provide education and support at events.
- Harm reduction information: DanceSafe provides information and resources on harm reduction strategies, including safer drug use, sexual health, and hearing protection.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on DanceSafe
- Wikipedia's article - DanceSafe
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