Justin Phillips is a pioneering leader in harm reduction, motivated by a personal tragedy—the loss of her son Aaron to an overdose in 2013. In response, she founded Overdose Lifeline, a nonprofit transforming the approach to substance use disorder with innovative, community-driven solutions. In April 2015, Justin’s advocacy efforts resulted in the passage of Aaron’s Law (SEA 406), a groundbreaking piece of legislation that made naloxone, a life-saving opioid overdose reversal medication, available without a prescription in Indiana. This law removed barriers to access and empowered individuals, families and communities to respond effectively to overdoses. Under Justin’s leadership, Overdose Lifeline has distributed more than 1 million naloxone kits, implemented evidence-informed prevention programs in 2,000+ schools and created trauma-informed recovery services for families affected by addiction. ODL’s family-centered harm reduction model goes beyond saving lives—it begins the healing process for those most affected by substance use disorder. A White House Champion of Change, Indiana Jefferson Award recipient and guest of the Second Gentleman at the 2024 State of the Union, Justin has influenced opioid response strategies across the country. Her work challenges societal views on addiction, grief and recovery, highlighting the critical role of families, caregivers, and loved ones—those often left out of public health conversations.