Matthildur, a harm reduction organization founded in 2022 and has since worked systematically to improve the human rights and safety of people who use drugs. The organization’s core vision is clear: to ensure that everyone has access to evidence-based harm reduction services that can save lives, improve health, and enhance quality of life.

Matthildur advocates for the human rights of people who use drugs and fights for drug policy reform grounded in public health principles, scientific research and human rights.

Our work encompasses a wide range of advocacy both publicly and through media, as well as cooperating with government institutions. We offer expert consulting to agencies and service providers, and hosting of educational events and conferences with national and international experts. We aim to provide ongoing public education through social media about harm reduction and drug-related issues.

In addition, Matthildur operates two key harm reduction services:

Reykur:

A harm reduction service and support for individuals who inhale opioids and stimulants. The service is offered twice a week in a mobile outreach car in the capital area and via phone consultations and postal deliveries for individuals living outside of the capital region. Its goals is to reduce overdose deaths, prevent the development of more severe substance use problems and increase access to opioid agonist therapy, social support and healthcare services.

The Matthildur Team:

A harm reduction and psychological support team dedicated to Iceland’s nightlife and music festivals. The focus is primarily to reach people in the early stages of drug use or psychological distress. The team provides services in designated safe spaces at festivals and through mobile outreach around event sites. This work is centred around public health and early intervention.

Volunteers play a vital role in all Matthildur’s work, and the organization relies heavily on donations from individuals and businesses to continue its operations.

Runners will receive a Matthildur-branded race shirt as a token of our appreciation. Once you’ve registered, please send us an email at kristjana@matthildurskadaminnkun.is  so we can stay in touch.

Matthildur’s website: https://www.matthildurskadaminnkun.is/