The AmeriCorps Community Training for Overdose Rescue (ACT) program aims to stop overdose deaths and other harm related to opioids and strengthen community engagement in addressing public health challenges. Our AmeriCorps team members serve a critical role in meeting these goals by providing information, training, and tools to community members in Southeast Michigan.

 

ACT is an initiative of the Wayne State University's Center for Urban Studies. The mission of the Center for Urban Studies (Center) is to improve understanding of and provide innovative responses to urban challenges and opportunities. Committed to serving Detroit and its metropolitan area, the Center pursues its mission by conducting and disseminating research, developing policies and programs, and providing training, capacity-building, and technical assistance. Many of the Center's initiatives focus on improving community health and safety.