End Overdose's chapter program is vital to our success in equipping young people with lifesaving education and resources. In cities and on college campuses, we trust them to spread the word through a true peer-to-peer model. Our members and volunteers are committing endless hours to End Overdose's cause, whether it's tabling at student events or running booths at concerts across the country, so we want to highlight a chapter every week.
Today, we're proud to highlight our Auburn chapter! We spoke with founder and president Nini Nguyen about the musician that inspired her to pursue overdose prevention and response, the lessons she learned at End Overdose’s Atlanta chapter before starting our Auburn chapter, and much more!
What sparked your interest in overdose prevention/response and End Overdose in particular?
My initial interest in overdose prevention and response began when my favorite artist, ILLENIUM, collaborated with End Overdose. His story of experiencing an overdose and overcoming it really spoke to me as someone involved in the festival scene and working in the medical field. I admired his courage in sharing his experience and advocating for action and resources for those affected by opioid overdoses. Seeing his passion for advocacy inspired me to get involved, starting as a rapid trainer for End Overdose’s Atlanta chapter before moving into long-form training.
Can you describe your experience as the chapter president?
My experience as chapter president has been a great privilege and honor. For a year, I worked under Olive Younts, president of the Atlanta chapter, and looked up to her as I learned how to manage team operations and events. After branching out to start my own chapter, I’ve continued learning how to balance school and work responsibilities with my passion for this cause. Leading a university chapter requires initiative—constantly trying new ideas, meeting new people, and making effective use of campus resources and connections to support our mission.
What are the major highlights from your chapter’s work to date?
To date, our chapter has trained 708 individuals and distributed 1,124 doses of naloxone. Auburn is a small town in Alabama, so in our first year we made a strong effort to reach people through campus events, smaller gatherings, and community outreach. One of my favorite events was Breakaway Alabama, where we built meaningful connections with Auburn students and local staff who were previously unaware of our chapter.
What do you envision for the future of your chapter?
In the future, I see our chapter expanding its volunteer base and outreach strategies to create an even greater impact in a region where opioid overdose prevention and response are not yet widely established. We are currently working on connecting with a naloxone distributor in our state to streamline distribution. I’m excited about what lies ahead and the continued growth of this chapter.
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