Substance use disorder can affect anyone, including people in Minnesota’s East African community. People in this community may hide a substance use disorder due to strong shame and stigma.
Support for the East African community starts with sharing and understanding. When people share their personal stories of substance misuse, they show that it’s okay to ask for the support they need and deserve.
Information about substance misuse and overdose in Minnesota’s East African community is limited. To support the individual needs of each community, we need to gather accurate information.
“Currently opioid reporting is at the race level. All Black and African Americans are clumped together, which doesn’t show what’s happening in communities like ours.”
— Dr. Abdifatah Ali, Assistant Professor, University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management (Healthy You, Healthy Hennepin Magazine)
You deserve a recovery path that reflects your unique journey. Recovery is possible. It is a journey that takes time, community, and support. There are programs available across Minnesota that understand your recovery needs.
Call 911 right away if someone you know is showing signs of an overdose.
If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, visit Fast-Tracker for 24/7 resources.
Farhia Budul, the founder of Niyyah Recovery Initiative in Minneapolis, shares her recovery story and talks about how important her Muslim faith and community support are to her.
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