The Asian Harm Reduction Network (AHRN) is the only project of its kind in the region. AHRN is a regional information and support network created to link and support the courageous people operating programmes providing assistance to injecting drug users in Asia to prevent HIV transmission. Hundreds of individuals and organisations contribute to the network's development while AHRN is recognized by UNAIDS as a Best Practice model, acknowledged by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a key partner in the response to HIV and AIDS in Asia. In addition, many governments and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) who see harm reduction and networking as key approaches in the effort to stop the spread of HIV and AIDS call upon AHRN for expert assistance. More recently, AHRN's certification, performed by the Societe Generale de Surveillance (SGS) in 2005, for complying with international operating standards demonstrates the commitment to accountability and transparency while further empowering it to deliver such assessments and certifications to other NGOs.

Objectives
- To establish a sustainable harm reduction network based in Asia;
- To develop a more comprehensive understanding of patterns of injecting drug use and associated harms (especially HIV infection) in Asian countries;
- To provide a forum which will encourage communication and information exchange between individuals, organisations and countries participating in the network;
- To provide training and support for individuals and organisations in Asia, sharing core skills and a coherent philosophy which can underpin their work;
- To facilitate policy and programme development at NGO, government, regional and international levels; and
- To promote national harm reduction networks.