Written by: Luna
Raving is about connection, music, and community—but taking care of each other is just as important as the fit you’re wearing. Harm reduction isn’t about judgment; it’s about safety, education, and making sure everyone gets home okay 🫶 Whether you’re a festival first-timer or a seasoned dance floor regular, knowing these resources can save lives.
Here are 9 harm reduction tools and organizations every raver should know about:
DanceSafe
DanceSafe is one of the most well-known harm reduction organizations in rave culture. They provide drug education, reagent testing kits, fentanyl test strips, and on-site outreach at festivals. Their goal is simple: give people accurate information so they can make safer choices.
End Overdose
End Overdose focuses on overdose prevention education and naloxone (Narcan) training. They offer free virtual trainings that teach you how to recognize and respond to an overdose—knowledge that can make a life-or-death difference.
CPR Live App
This app gives real-time CPR guidance during emergencies. If someone collapses and help hasn’t arrived yet, CPR Live can walk you through what to do step-by-step until medical professionals take over.
Never Use Alone Hotline
If someone is using alone, this hotline connects them with a trained operator who stays on the line and can call emergency services if something goes wrong. It’s anonymous, judgment-free, and lifesaving.
🔗 https://neverusealoneinc.org
Reagent Testing Kits (Marquis, Mecke, Mandelin)
Reagents are chemicals that react with a small sample of the drug being tested by changing color. While no test is perfect, reagent testing can significantly reduce the risk of unexpected or harmful reactions.
🔗 https://dancesafe.org/product-category/testing-kits/
Bunk Police
Bunk Police provides education, drug checking tools, and alerts about dangerous batches circulating in the community. They’re all about transparency and keeping people informed.
Hydration & Electrolyte Stations
Not an app or org—but essential. Many festivals now provide free water refill stations. Pairing hydration with electrolytes helps prevent overheating and exhaustion while dancing for hours 💦
Festival Medical Tents
Medical tents are safe spaces. You won’t get in trouble for seeking help, and they’re there to support—not punish. If something feels off, trust your gut and go early.
TripSit
TripSit offers online chat support and resources for people experiencing challenging moments while under the influence. It’s a calm, supportive presence when things feel overwhelming.
Harm reduction is about community care, consent, and compassion—values that align deeply with rave culture. When we look out for each other, we create safer spaces to dance, express, and exist freely ✨
Interested in learning more about caring for your rave lifestyle beyond the dance floor? Check out our blog: How to Take Care of Rave Wear
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