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Madeleine Ritter Briggs, BS, CPL, CTAA

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Madeleine Ritter Briggs, BS, CPL, CTAA

Substance Use and Harm Reduction Coordinator

Pronouns: She/they 

Educational History: University of Maryland School of Public Health 

Professional Interests/Specializations: Harm reduction, health equity, social justice, recovery community support, LGBTQ+ wellness, intersectionality, health policy, curriculum development 

Length of time at UHC: 6 years 

Philosophy of Care: Substance use is morally neutral - respecting each person’s unique contexts and histories regarding substance use is a moral obligation. 

Outside interests/things you do for fun: Hanging out with my two cats and my dog, crocheting, making art, cooking, reading, and spending time around bodies of water 

Fun Fact: I’m a lifelong Baltimorean, and still call Baltimore home to this day! 

Department Information

  • Health Promotion & Wellness Services
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