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Harm Reduction

If you're struggling with substance use and abuse, this page will help signpost you to appropriate resources, as well as information regarding Manchester Met's policy surrounding substance use.

The University have a harm reduction approach to student substance use, rather than a zero-tolerance policy. This means the university will seek to adopt a supportive approach whenever possible. The university's stance can be read below.

University Policy

From the University:

"We recognise that some people may choose to use drugs and other substances during their time at university. While we do not condone drug or other substance use, we and The Union are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all members of our community on or off campus.

We take the safety and wellbeing of our students and staff extremely seriously. We have adopted a harm reduction approach to educate students about the risks of drug and alcohol use. This approach encourages safe and confidential disclosure of concerns around substance use when seeking support. It also provides open and direct information to reduce the harmful risks of such use".

Helpful resources

The Union focuses on harm reduction and helping you to make informed decisions around drug and alcohol use. We work closely with Eclypse to ensure students can access professional help and guidance whilst studying at Manchester Met.

Support on campus

  • Eclypse is a free and confidential service for young people aged 25 and under in Manchester. They provide advice regarding the use of drugs and alcohol to people concerned for their own use, as well as to those concerned about friends/family members’ use.
  • Jes, an ambassador from Eclypse, runs a drop-in drug and alcohol awareness service at The Union's Advice Centre every Monday and Friday (term time only). These drop-ins are completely judgement free and are designed solely to support you. If you prefer you can arrange an appointment with Jes by calling 0161 839 2054.

Drug Testing Kits

  • You can collect a drug testing kit during the Eclypse drop in on Mondays and Fridays at the Advice Centre. The drug testing strips identify NSO's (new synthetic opiates) such as nitazenes, xylazines and fentanyl, which are linked to overdose and fatalities. You’ll be able to talk with a specialist and get advice on using the testing strips and your drug use.

Support services

  • Eclypse is a free and confidential service for young people aged 25 and under in Manchester. They provide advice regarding the use of drugs and alcohol to people concerned for their own use, as well as to those concerned about friends/family members’ use.
  • Change, Grow, Live is a charity which offers an Adult and Young People's Drug and Alcohol Service. Eclypse is part of Change, Grow, Live.
  • FRANK  provides confidential advice by phone, text or email. They have a wide range of information on their website including what to do in an emergency and an A-Z of drugs guide.
  • Manchester City Council (needle and syringe programmes) Alcohol, drugs and substance use | Alcohol, drugs and substance use | Manchester City Council
  • SOS Drug & Alcohol Impact - Read more about The Union's partnership with SOS Drug & Alcohol Impact on their website.