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# About - HIPS

About Mission History Policy Leadership Transition Announcement HIPS in the News Partners Supporters Jobs > Executive Director Operations Logistics Specialist Services Impact Resources and Referrals > Abortion Resources Harm Reduction Transgender Resources Our Services Housing Resources Syringe Exchange Employment Resources Overdose Prevention and Response Vending Machines Advocacy > Sex Worker Advocates Coalition (SWAC) Advisory Neighborhood Commission Training Media Inquiries Videos Get Involved Sign on to Support Intern Volunteer Become A New Board Member Swag Pride Gear Shirts & Tanks Sweatshirts, Fleece, & Outerwear Hats Mugs Bags & Totes Posters Dresses Accessories Donate Events Contact Us About   Physical Address: ​906 H Street NE, ​Washington, D.C. 20002 Mailing Address: PO Box 90738 ​Washington, DC 20090 Phone number        202-232-8150 Drop In Hours               Monday through Friday 11:00 am - 1:00pm Mission  HIPS promotes the health, rights, and dignity of individuals and communities impacted by sexual exchange and/or drug use due to choice, coercion, or circumstance. HIPS provides compassionate harm reduction services, advocacy, and community engagement that is respectful, non-judgmental, and affirms and honors individual power and agency.  Vision We believe that those engaged in sex work, sex trade, and drug use should be able to live healthy, self-determined, and self-sufficient lives free from stigma, violence, criminalization or oppression. We will achieve this through engaging sex workers, drug users and our communities in challenging structural barriers to health, safety, and prosperity. Services We always offer syringe exchange, both through our drop in center or via delivery on our outreach van, condom distribution, access to overdose prevention supplies, and linkage to HIPS full menu of support services, as well as mental health support, access to housing, and substance use treatment in a client centered harm reduction environment. Multiple support groups occur daily and include refreshments.  Clients can drop in to our center Monday - Friday for showers and laundry, access to our clothing closet, and get connected to HIPS services.   For an up to date list of all the services we offer click here. HIPS  is a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt organization that relies on support from over 100 dedicated volunteers, local community advocates, religious organizations, private foundations, and business to support our work.  Your individual donations support HIPS unfunded programs and makes a huge impact on the communities we serve.  Your donation amount is 100% tax deductible. Donate Now Location What Our Clients Are Saying "I like HIPS because the people are honest and compassionate, they really put themselves on the line for us everyday." Contact Us Subscribe Join our mailing list today! Join Now About Mission History Policy Leadership Transition Announcement HIPS in the News Partners Supporters Jobs > Executive Director Operations Logistics Specialist Services Impact Resources and Referrals > Abortion Resources Harm Reduction Transgender Resources Our Services Housing Resources Syringe Exchange Employment Resources Overdose Prevention and Response Vending Machines Advocacy > Sex Worker Advocates Coalition (SWAC) Advisory Neighborhood Commission Training Media Inquiries Videos Get Involved Sign on to Support Intern Volunteer Become A New Board Member Swag Pride Gear Shirts & Tanks Sweatshirts, Fleece, & Outerwear Hats Mugs Bags & Totes Posters Dresses Accessories Donate Events Contact Us