Leah Brody
About Leah Brody
Leah Brody is an Indigenous Harm Reduction Educator with a focus on culturally sensitive strategies for First Nations communities. She has over a decade of experience in harm reduction education and previously worked at Atira Women's Resource Society for ten years.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Leah Brody serves as an Indigenous Harm Reduction Educator at the First Nations Health Authority. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to efforts in West Vancouver, Canada. In her role, she focuses on developing harm reduction strategies that are culturally sensitive and specifically tailored for First Nations communities. Brody's work addresses the opioid overdose crisis, aiming to implement effective educational programs that resonate with Indigenous populations.
Previous Experience at Atira Women's Resource Society
Leah Brody worked at Atira Women's Resource Society for a decade, from 2011 to 2021. During her time there, she held multiple roles, including Support Worker and Occupational Health and Safety Office/Co-Chair. Her experience in these positions provided her with a solid foundation in support services and health and safety protocols, which she has carried into her current role in harm reduction education.
Education and Expertise
Leah Brody studied at the Justice Institute of British Columbia, where she completed a program in Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) in 2011. This education equipped her with essential skills in emergency care, which complement her work in harm reduction. Since 2021, she has been actively involved in harm reduction education, focusing on strategies that are relevant and effective for Indigenous communities.
Focus on Indigenizing Harm Reduction Strategies
Leah Brody emphasizes the importance of indigenizing harm reduction strategies in her work. She aims to create educational programs that reflect the unique cultural contexts of First Nations communities. By integrating traditional knowledge and practices into harm reduction efforts, Brody seeks to enhance the effectiveness of these strategies in addressing substance use and related health issues.