Recovery Allies: Building Recovery-Friendly Communities and Support Systems - Part 2

Learn how community members and professionals can effectively support addiction recovery in this 38-minute presentation by author and public health advocate Alison Jones Webb. Explore the concept of recovery capital - both internal and external resources individuals need to overcome substance use and maintain sobriety. Discover how access to healthcare, housing, education, and employment opportunities are crucial elements for building meaningful lives in recovery. Examine real-world examples of how recovery allies have successfully transformed community environments and created opportunities to enhance recovery capital. Drawing from her extensive writing and research on addiction recovery and harm reduction, Webb shares practical strategies for building recovery-friendly communities and explains why community support systems are essential for sustainable recovery outcomes.