Many peer support workers leave agencies due to a lack of support and misunderstandings about the unique value of peer support. This presentation will address developing effective supervision, as well as creating and nurturing an organizational culture that respects and effectively employs peers in a variety of roles. Topics will include the importance of establishing clear policies, encouraging respect, changing ...

A long and inspiring weekend of drinks tastings, special offers, panels, conversations and community. Brought to you by leaders in the mindful drinking movement across the globe. Meet people early in their journey, those long term alcohol-free,  sober curious exploring moderation, qualified counsellors and social community builders*. To get more information on this event and to sign up check out ...

Check out the Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/youngpeoplefor Summit is free and open to the public. Register here!

Recovery-oriented approaches, including peer recovery support services, have gained considerable traction in the last decade. Full integration of recovery support services, especially peer support services, requires a culture shift for many individuals, service systems, and organizations. This session will discuss how to create and sustain a cultural shift that lays the groundwork for the success of recovery-oriented systems, services, and ...

Are you interested in supporting your behavioral health organization in going tobacco-free and expanding cessation supports? Need assistance in taking the next steps around policy and implementation?   The National Behavioral Health Network (NBHN), Smoking Cessation Leadership Center/SAMHSA’s National Center of Excellence for Tobacco Free Recovery (SAMHSA-CTFR) and the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services Tobacco Prevention ...

This presentation will cover self-advocacy, individual advocacy, and systems advocacy and explain why all three are important for advancing recovery values, systems, and services. (Moderated by Lee Breinig, Deep Roots Institute of Counseling Alternatives & Peer Support) Presenter: Steven Samra, C4 Innovations

Recovery LIVE! Supporting Recovery for All: Racial Equity in Recovery Support Communities and Services Thursday | August 27, 2020 | 2:00–3:00 p.m. (EDT) Racial equity matters in recovery support, and peer-run and recovery community organizations across the country are taking steps to learn more about how they can become more equitable and inclusive. Black people, in or seeking recovery, are ...

Happy Recovery Month!! Recover Alaska has a packed, fun filled schedule all month! Visit our Virtual Sober Lounge on our Homepage. Stay connected by checking our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/recoveralaska/  through our Instagram feed here: https://www.instagram.com/recoveralaska/ and check out our YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaSkaXDGfC-JV48Kwzk2QZA/videos We look forward to celebrating recovery with you!