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By expanding access to community-based support services, harm reduction practices, and evidence-informed treatment, we can help people stay safer.
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We’re committed to paving the way for equitable recovery opportunities by advocating for policies and resources that support those affected by addiction.
Our Stories Have Power
Recovery is everywhere, and it is imperative that we speak out about the power of recovery. Share your story to bring us closer to a society where recovery is acknowledged, supported, and celebrated.
Recovery Voices Count: Vote
As we approach the next election, here are practical steps to help those running for office support the wide range of recovery efforts across America.
Take Action
Your voice matters; learn more about various ways to engage, contribute, and raise your voice in support of recovery from addiction.
Programs
Training & Education
National Recovery Institute (NRI)
Peer-run training and technical assistance focused on increasing knowledge, capacity, and accountability of recovery support providers.
Data
Recovery Data Platform (RDP)
Cloud-based software solution providing tools and assessments needed to implement effective, data-driven peer recovery support programs.
Community
Alliance for Recovery Centered Organizations (ARCO)
Uniting and supporting a network of local, regional, and statewide recovery centered organizations through shared knowledge, resources, and networking.
Accreditation
Council on Accreditation of Peer Recovery Support Services (CAPRSS)
The only accrediting body in the US specifically for Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs) and programs offering Peer Recovery Support Services.
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Get into the action. Access a calendar full of in-person and virtual events aimed at moving recovery support services and organizations forward through advocacy, education, and action.
News
Learn what’s happening at the forefront of substance use and recovery initiatives and hear about research from leading voices in your recovery community and around the world.
Membership
Just as different paths lead us to recovery, different paths lead us to Faces & Voices of Recovery membership. Choose one that suits you and add your voice to the recovery movement.
Support our Efforts
Help us promote the reality of recovery. Your generous gift will help make long-term recovery accessible to everyone and sustain our ongoing recovery initiatives.
Recovery Groups
People seeking or in long-term recovery, along with their families and loved ones, have a growing number of mutual aid groups to choose to participate in.
Media
Podcast
Tune in to Recovery Stories Have Power, a podcast series about recovery: the paths we take to get there, the leaders that champion the cause, and the ways we can dismantle the stigma around it.
Video
Inspiring footage from our events, a new documentary series and more.
Photo
Photo galleries feature images from events that Faces & Voices hosts and participates in, around the country.
Recovery Capital Popups
Recovery Resource Library
Explore our vast resource library includes position papers and reports, toolkits, free webinars, infographics, and much more.
About
Our History
We are working to eliminate barriers to recovery for every American, every family and to help today’s children and future generations, who often are the biggest winners in the process of recovery.
Our Staff
Read our Faces & Voices of Recovery staff bios and become familiar with our team.
Board of Directors
Read about our Board Members and how they help our organization.
Our Funders
View our current and former funders, corporate members, and event sponsors.
Our Partners
Our work would not be possible without the collaborative efforts of our partners and allies.
National Advisory Council
Composed of activists, musicians, actors, artists, comedians and other public figures who are dedicated to being Ambassadors of Faces & Voices of Recovery’s mission.
Annual Reports
We are pleased to share Faces & Voices of Recovery’s Annual Reports with you.
Careers
Check to see if there is something you may be interested in applying for.
Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (J-DEI)
Please join us, or simply tell us what you think. We will listen and use your feedback to advance the recovery movement for all.
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Toward an Addiction-ary: Language, Stigma, Treatment, and Policy
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