Originally from Michigan, Corri Mercy (they/them/she) currently lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with their partner, two dogs, and two cats, and can often be found with a paintbrush in hand, testing out a new recipe, or lost in a good book. Corri began working in mental health and substance use disorder treatment at the age of 18, and discovered a love for supporting people during difficult phases of their lives. Four years ago, they felt a pull away from the treatment world, and more toward harm reduction and public health. Following the pull, they began working with a Colorado nonprofit and spearheaded opening the first and only free harm reduction initiative in her city, which provided free and accessible Narcan, fentanyl test strips, and other important supplies to community members. After several years of direct service work, Corri made the transition into working for a national nonprofit, NASTAD, and now provides technical assistance and consulting to organizations who are opening their own harm reduction programs. They also provide assistance for treatment providers, health departments, and anyone else who requests it. Corri has a deep passion for community education and advocacy as well as the belief that all people are worthy of respect, dignity, and radical kindness, all of which was born out of their own lived experience.