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ARTICLE: 'Shedding shame'
Welcome to the community discussion thread for the article 'Shedding shame' by streaM Freak. Feel free to post your thoughts about the article, and/or any questions you might have. Here in the Bluelight Article Discussion forum, we also invite article authors to respond to the discussion if they wish. Constructive criticism and civil debate are welcome; however, abusive comments will not be tolerated. The Bluelight User Agreement (BLUA) applies, as it does across our site. :)
Support Not Punish - 26 June 2026!
Support Don't Punish is a global advocacy campaign calling for drug policies based on health and human rights. The global day of action is June 26, 2026. Bluelight is one of the campaign's supporting organisations. This year we are featuring artwork commissioned by AIVL. This art represents answers that community gave to the question: "If people who use drugs were always cared for and supported, what would you see?" You can find merch from AIVL using these hand-drawn images here, and you can purchase Bluelight's t-shirt, made in collaboration with Support Not Punish, here.
ARTICLE: 'More than a forum: reconnecting with my community through Bluelight'
Welcome to the community discussion thread for the article 'More than a forum: reconnecting with my community through Bluelight' by Edward Hazel, also known as M!$TER-ED. Feel free to post your thoughts about the article, and/or any questions you might have. Here in the Bluelight Article Discussion forum, we also invite article authors to respond to the discussion if they wish. Constructive criticism and civil debate are welcome; however, abusive comments will not be tolerated. The Bluelight User Agreement (BLUA) applies, as it does across our site. :)
Announcing deductible gift recipient status (in AUS) & roll out of new terms of use
Hello everyone We have a couple of announcements: 1. Last week, we found out that the Australian Tax Office accepted our application to become a deductible gift recipient charity. This means if you are Australian, you can claim your donation to Bluelight as a tax deduction! Unfortunately this status is not global, but it is also a sign of our legitimate status as a charity working to reduce drug-related harms in our communities. We will soon be overhauling our donation portal to make it easier for people to donate in their own currency, as well as one-off or recurring contributions. We will let you know when the new portal has launched, but in the meantime, anyone can make a one-time tax-deductible donation in Australian dollars here. 2. Over the past couple of years, we've been engaging both US and Australian lawyers to update our terms of use. We've now finalised the wording and will be rolling it out soon. What does this mean for you? Some time over the next month, you will...
ARTICLE: 'The weaponization of antipsychotic injections'
Welcome to the community discussion thread for the article 'The weaponization of antipsychotic injections' by Tony Tomcykoski, AKA @ions. Feel free to post your thoughts about the article, and/or any questions you might have. Here in the Bluelight Article Discussion forum, we also invite article authors to respond to the discussion. Constructive criticism and civil debate are welcome; however, abusive comments will not be tolerated. The Bluelight User Agreement (BLUA) applies, as it does across our site. :)
[AUS] The Australian Ketamine Survey
Hi everyone, I just wanted to share the details of a new Australian study: The Australian Ketamine Survey (AuKS) aims to explore the characteristics of people who use ketamine in Australia, gain a basic understanding of why people use ketamine, and identify some harms and benefits experienced by people related to their ketamine use. Overview The proposed research aims to explore non-prescribed (illicit) ketamine use in Australia. There are indications that non-prescribed ketamine use has increased in Australia but little information about what this use actually looks like. We want to gain insight into who might be using ketamine in Australia, how they use ketamine, and why they use it. We want to identify the consequences of ketamine use, both the benefits and the harms. We will do this to inform future research and the provision of harm reduction and medical services to people who use ketamine in Australia. What the Study Involves The AuKS utilises an online survey of people...
Announcing the (new) Bluelight Merch Store + Partnership with Support. Don’t Punish!
Announcing the Bluelight Harm Reduction Merch Store + Partnership with Support. Don’t Punish! This merch is going to help us spread the word of harm reduction. Every design is crafted to carry our mission forward: helping others learn factual information about drugs and those who use them, support the community and help connect others to resources in order to create a safer more loving space for everybody. We’re proud to collaborate with Support. Don’t Punish, a global initiative challenging stigma and transforming how communities view addiction and harm reduction. Part of the proceeds from our collab designs go directly to their work. Explore the store here: https://bluelight-communities-ltd-shop.fourthwall.com/ Check out SDP and read their latest updates here: https://supportdontpunish.org/ Huge shoutout to Discord moderator Moody - @ClementinesRevenge - for her artistic direction of the merch shop! Note: this is our second attempt at a merch shop, after it turned out...
ARTICLE: '7-OH, kratom, and the criminalization of pain relief in America'
Welcome to the community discussion thread for the article '7-OH, kratom, and the criminalization of pain relief in America' by Jay Davis. Feel free to post your thoughts about the article, and/or any questions you might have. Here in the Bluelight Article Discussion forum, we also invite article authors to respond to the discussion. Constructive criticism and civil debate are welcome; however, abusive comments will not be tolerated. The Bluelight User Agreement (BLUA) applies, as it does across our site. :)

Support Not Punish - 26 June 2026!

Jun 23
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Support Don't Punish is a global advocacy campaign calling for drug policies based on health and human rights. The global day of action is June 26, 2026. Bluelight is one of the campaign's supporting organisations.

This year we are featuring artwork commissioned by AIVL. This art represents answers that community gave to the question: "If people who use drugs were always cared for and supported, what would you see?"

You can find merch from AIVL using these hand-drawn images here, and you can purchase Bluelight's t-shirt, made in collaboration with Support Not Punish, here.

News Announcing deductible gift recipient status (in AUS) & roll out of new terms of use

May 11
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Hello everyone

We have a couple of announcements:

1. Last week, we found out that the Australian Tax Office accepted our application to become a deductible gift recipient charity. This means if you are Australian, you can claim your donation to Bluelight as a tax deduction! Unfortunately this status is not global, but it is also a sign of our legitimate status as a charity working to reduce drug-related harms in our communities. We will soon be overhauling our donation portal to make it easier for people to donate in their own currency, as well as one-off or recurring contributions. We will let you know when the new portal has launched, but in the meantime, anyone can make a one-time tax-deductible donation in Australian dollars here.

2. Over the past couple of years, we've been engaging both US and Australian lawyers to update our terms of use. We've now finalised the wording and will be rolling it out soon. What does this mean for you? Some time over the next month, you will...

Support. Don't Punish! 2025

Jun 25
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The "Support. Don't Punish" campaign is a global grassroots-centred initiative in support of harm reduction and drug policies that prioritise public health and human rights. The campaign seeks to put harm reduction on the political agenda by strengthening the mobilisation capacity of communities targeted by the “war on drugs” and their allies, opening dialogue with policy makers, and raising awareness among the media and the public.

There are many ways the Bluelight community can support this campaign. Their website will soon have a list of IRL events you can attend (search for your location). You can also submit your own selfie holding the 'Support. Don't Punish' sign to amplify the movement and show your support.


The campaign’s yearly high point is the Global Day of Action, which takes place on, or around, 26th June (the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking). Historically, this date has been used by governments to showcase their drug control...

Statement from the Board of Directors of Bluelight Communities Ltd

Mar 20
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The board of directors of the charity Bluelight Communities Ltd have made a unanimous resolution to require Bluelight.org to more rigorously enforce our user agreement. We will not be changing the rules, but will require that the Bluelight User Agreement (BLUA) be fully enforced in all parts of our site.

As directors, we have legal obligations to the Australian charities regulator to ensure that our charity is operating within the law and within the standards of conduct set by the regulator (the ACNC). Unlike profit-based digital platforms, Bluelight Communities Ltd is a charity that is required by law to serve our communities and ensure all our activities are aligned with our mission.

It has been brought to our attention that a significant amount of content hosted by Bluelight violates rule #4 of the BLUA (You may not post or upload any content that victimizes, harasses, degrades, or intimidates an individual or group of individuals on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion...

News Donations for the clean-up from Hurricane Helene in Asheville, NC

Oct 17
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Hello to the Bluelight community

One of our long-term members and administrators @Xorkoth lives in Asheville, NC, USA. As you've probably heard, this area of the world was recently devastated by a hurricane leading to flooding of the entire town and surrounds. The following information is from a message from BLer @Xorkoth. If you'd like to donate to the charity he is working with, all donations will help with the rebuilding of his community.

Donate to Beloved Asheville


Just an update: I’ve totally got my bearings and now that my neighborhood is doing well, I’ve turned to putting all my focus into helping with the massive amount of aid that is needed. The damage and widespread nature of this thing is so unprecedented that the authorities and government agencies can barely put a dent in the work that needs to be done, so most of the AV done is grassroots stuff.

I’ve gotten involved with an organization, and we are doing various things, yesterday. I brought water to people in...

International Overdose Awareness Day - 31 August 2024

Aug 13
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Admin note: this international campaign to end overdose is happening in the last week of August. Here are some ways to get involved: https://www.overdoseday.com/get-involved/

International Overdose Awareness Day 2024 theme: "Together we can"
No one should stand alone in our fight to end overdose.

While every individual action matters greatly, coming together as an international community creates a powerful collective action. One that moves us with greater speed toward our shared goal of preventing, and ultimately, ending all overdoses.

Through our 2024 theme, “Together we can” we’re highlighting the strength of coming together and standing in support of those connected to the tragedy of overdose.

For people who use drugs and those who don’t. For heartbroken friends and family members of lost loved ones. For activists who fight for sorely needed policy reform. For healthcare and harm reduction workers. For tireless advocates. Overdose can affect anyone, and we encourage you to...

Support. Don't Punish - June 2024

Jun 12
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The "Support. Don't Punish" campaign is a global grassroots-centred initiative in support of harm reduction and drug policies that prioritise public health and human rights. The campaign seeks to put harm reduction on the political agenda by strengthening the mobilisation capacity of communities targeted by the “war on drugs” and their allies, opening dialogue with policy makers, and raising awareness among the media and the public.

There are many ways the Bluelight community can support this campaign. Their website will soon have a list of IRL events you can attend (search for your location). You can also submit your own selfie holding the 'Support. Don't Punish' sign to amplify the movement and show your support.


The campaign’s yearly high point is the Global Day of Action, which takes place on, or around, 26th June (the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking). Historically, this date has been used by governments to showcase their drug control...

New website and branding for Bluelight has landed!

Mar 08
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Hello to the Bluelight community

Today we are announcing the launch of our new website and our new branding.

The purpose of the rebrand is to update and consolidate who we are, our values and mission, and how we look to the world. We aim to attract new people to our site and into our communities, and retain them as members and contributors. We also aim to improve our ratings with Google through emphasizing our expertise and authority in the harm reduction space. We also wanted to look less like we still lived in 2011 :)

A significant change is that bluelight.org now points to a new frontpage designed in Wordpress (you may have to clear your cache or use an incognito window to see it). The forums will continue to be available via their existing URLs that will resolve to bluelight.org/community. These can be accessed via numerous menus and buttons on bluelight.org, as well.

We have re-written our mission, which you can see at the top and bottom of our website at bluelight.org...

Recruitment Now accepting applications for Blog moderators

Jan 21
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Blogs has potential as a vibrant arena where diverse voices explore personal experiences and further connect us. We invite you to apply as a moderator of Blogs, wielding your knowledge to curate a space where that connection blossoms. Let your voice join ours in this vital conversation – step forward and shape the future of Bluelight.

It's a long-time coming.

Please message @Mysterier, @arrall, @VerbalTruist, or @mal3volent to apply.



Thanks,
Admin Team
Now accepting Blog moderator applications.
Blogs

"She was my heart" - a story about a tragic overdose

Jan 17
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Hello to everyone in the Bluelight Community.

Last month, we tragically lost ketamania (you can visit her shrine remembrance post here).

This week, her fiancé posted an account of what happened which he wants everyone to read, especially those who use drugs and their loved ones.

I wanted to elevate this writing to our front page because it goes to the worst harm any of us can experience from drug use, as well as the harm reduction tools we can have at hand to help prevent fatal overdoses (naloxone, knowing the recovery position, being willing to seek help quickly), as well as supporting our friends who are seeking to maintain abstinence.

The toxic drug supply, especially in the North Americas, is also a huge factor in these deaths.

RIP Ashley. And thank you so much to Jose for sharing this ♥️


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