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There are moments in this work that remind us exactly why we refuse to stay silent. The rise of xylazine—a veterinary sedative never meant for human consumption—is no longer a distant issue. It is here. It is spreading. And it is costing lives. The Combating Illicit Xylazine Act represents a critical step forward. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation aims to classify xylazine as a Schedule III controlled substance, strengthening oversight and accountability while preservin

The 9th Annual A Night For Scott brought together community members, advocates, and supporters for an evening dedicated to raising awareness and advancing the mission to end the stigma surrounding substance use disorder.

2 End The Stigma honors Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne Youngkin for their leadership and partnership in raising awareness about substance use disorder and fentanyl prevention.

2 End The Stigma meets with DEA leadership and the Office of National Drug Control Policy to expand national efforts in addressing substance use disorder and supporting families.

A historic Purdue settlement brings accountability and hope. 2 End The Stigma helped lead the fight. Now we turn this moment into real commu

2 End The Stigma Founder/CEO Jill Cichowicz joined national, state, and local leaders at a Joint HHS/SAMHSA symposium focused on comprehensive, community-driven strategies to combat addiction and overdose across Central Appalachia.

When Jill Cichowicz lost her twin brother Scott to fentanyl, she had no idea that her story would someday resonate from a podium at the Virginia Highway Safety Summit. But this past May, that’s exactly what happened. Invited by Brandy Brubaker, Director of Highway Safety Strategy at the Virginia DMV, Jill stood shoulder to shoulder with state leaders like Dr. Colin M. Greene, Special Advisor on Opioid Response, and Marcus R. Anderson, Deputy Secretary of Public Safety and

On April 29, 2025, history was made in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Governor Glenn Youngkin officially declared Fentanyl Awareness Day, marking a critical moment in the fight against the opioid epidemic. We were beyond honored that our Founder and CEO, Jill Cichowicz, was invited to participate in this powerful and deeply personal day of action, advocacy, and progress.

We are incredibly proud to share that our Founder and CEO, Jill Cichowicz, was recently featured in a powerful BBC News documentary highligh

The 8th Annual A Night For Scott was an unforgettable evening that brought together community members, supporters, and sponsors for a night

Jill Cichowicz shares a pivotal moment in the fight against fentanyl, from DOJ recognition to the passing of the HALT Fentanyl Act. Change i