VANDU - Genesis, Evolun, Org Struct, Activities - 2001.pdf
VANDU - Genesis, Evolun, Org Struct, Activities - 2001.pdf
VANDU - Genesis, Evolun, Org Struct, Activities - 2001.pdf
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A Case Study of Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users (<strong>VANDU</strong>)<br />
The Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users (<strong>VANDU</strong>)<br />
is a group of users and former users who work to improve<br />
the lives of people who use illicit drugs through<br />
user-based peer support and education.<br />
From the mission statement of <strong>VANDU</strong><br />
This document is dedicated to our brothers and sisters<br />
who have paid the ultimate price.<br />
The <strong>VANDU</strong> Board of Directors<br />
The <strong>VANDU</strong> Board of Directors would like to thank everyone who<br />
contributed to the creation of this document, including the drug users<br />
of the Downtown Eastside, <strong>VANDU</strong> volunteers, key informants,<br />
Duane Prentice, and Hudson Photographic. <strong>VANDU</strong> would also like<br />
to acknowledge members Dave Douglas, Wally Peeace and<br />
Adam Pierre for their commitment to this project.<br />
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