Meet Michele Hein!

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We feel very fortunate to have Michele on the podcast to share her story of turning the tragic loss of her son into advocacy.

Michele Hein is the Co-Founder and Board Chairwoman of the Fentanyl Free Communities Foundation. She brings her personal experience, passion, and dedication to the forefront of the organization’s mission.

Michele’s journey to advocacy was born out of personal tragedy when she lost her son, Tyler, to fentanyl poisoning, in July 2020. Tyler, a young man who radiated joy, loved music and the outdoors, and had a heart for helping others, left an indelible mark on everyone he met. His loss has profoundly shaped Michele’s life and mission, transforming her into a passionate advocate against the fentanyl crisis that is ravaging communities across the nation.

In the wake of this devastating event, Michele has channeled her grief into action. She has become a powerful voice in the fight against fentanyl, using her personal story to connect with others, inspire action, and raise awareness about the dangers of this lethal drug. Her advocacy work extends beyond awareness-raising, pushing for policy changes aimed at disrupting the supply chain of these harmful substances and holding those distributing them accountable.

Michele's greatest joys are her granddaughter & grandson, husband, daughter, son-in-law and elderly mom.

To learn more about Fentanly Free Communities, check out the website: https://fentanylfreecommunities.org/

Connect with Michele on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-hein-8b77012/

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