Chera Kowalski: The critical role librarians play in the opioid crisis

The video discusses the unexpected roles of librarians in addressing the opioid crisis, particularly in Kensington, Philadelphia. It highlights the challenges faced by the McPherson Square Library, located in a community heavily impacted by drug trade and use. The librarian shares personal experiences with substance use disorder and describes the library's efforts to support the community, including Narcan training and overdose response. The video concludes with a reflection on the library's role as a community support hub and its ongoing efforts to address the crisis.

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