Peer-Led Research Projects

The Carry Project and Faces & Voices of Recovery are teaming up to relaunch two landmark studies and publish a national dashboard in 2026. This initiative combines peer-led research design with authentic outreach.

2025-2026 REsearch

Call to Action

Every contribution directly fuels this national research and strengthens Faces & Voices of Recovery’s voice in Washington, D.C., state capitols, and the media. Together, we can give recovery a voice backed by data.

2026 Results

Why this data Matters

Policy Firepower:
Credible public data to inform federal and state debates.

Funding Leverage:
Fresh statistics and trendlines that strengthen grants and donor engagement.

National Narrative:
Positions Faces & Voices of Recovery as a go-to source for media and funders with press-ready trendlines.

Right Time:
A once-in-20 years opportunity to refresh the most-cited recovery studies and establish a new national baseline.

Summary

Project Budget & Description

Project	Budget	Description
Life in Recovery 2.0	$17,500	National online survey (n=1000) 20 year comparison of attitudes, stigma , and policy views
Public Perceptions 2.0	$12,500	Peer recruited survey through Faces & Voices’ network (target n~ 1,500) 20 year comparison of attitudes, stigma , and policy views
Total Phase 1 Budget	$30,000

Funds Raised as of January 7, 2026

Findings will be diligently analyzed and translated into dashboards, infographics, and
briefs — practical tools designed for policymakers, funders, and recovery leaders.