Peer-led approaches to AOD interventions offer unique therapeutic benefits, particularly within marginalised communities such as trans, gender diverse, and queer populations. This presentation examines the evidence-based impacts of two peer-facilitated programs: TAPS, designed for gender drverse individuals seeking to manage substance use, and ReWired 2.0, tailored to gay, bi+, and queer men addressing methamphetamine use in the context of sex. Both groups operate within a harm reduction framework, centring lived experience to foster inclusivity, safety, and empowerment. Peer-led facilitation mitigates stigma, enhances engagement, and provides a sense of community and agency, contributing to more sustained behavioural change. This presentation will critically analyse how peer support models in AOD contexts promote better outcomes compared to traditional clinical interventions.
Peer-led Interventions in AOD support: enhancing engagement and outcomes for trans and queer communities
Atlas Bailey | Peer Group Facilitator, Thorne Harbour Health
Atlas is a peer group facilitator and in-take clinician at Thorne Harbour Health, working within their own community to provide connection and recovery support.
James Houghton | Group Facilitator, Thorne Harbour Health
James has been working with Thorne Harbour Health for over 10 years as a volunteer and as a paid member of staff. Famous for being the longest standing facilitator with ReWired 2.0, James has developed skills and insight over his time that have been invaluable to keeping ReWired and ReWired 2.0 running smoothly.
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