bringing advocates together to learn, share and connect
We believe in the importance of connecting advocates to drive collective conversations and action to combat substance use disorders. Each year, Braeburn hosts the Rise for Recovery Advocacy Summit, a gathering dedicated to empowering advocates who are in recovery, have lost loved ones to addiction or are supporting those living with substance use disorders.
our aim
The Rise for Recovery Advocacy Summit aims to provide a safe and inclusive space to come together, share experiences, learn from each other, and explore new ways to collaborate and support those impacted by substance use disorders. Attendees have the chance to share and learn from their peers’ personal stories, explore topics ranging from driving policy change to enhancing advocacy initiatives, and much more.
advisors
Advisors were selected for their deep experience, diverse perspectives and unwavering commitment to the recovery community. They played a critical role in shaping the program, providing guidance to build a stronger, more meaningful experience for everyone involved.
speaker sessions
From Crisis to Collective Action: Amplifying Lived Experience for Policy Change
This session spotlighted how collective advocacy can drive meaningful change in the recovery landscape, highlighting real-world insights from frontline leaders and exploring opportunities to shape policy, strengthen communities, and inspire hope.
Storytelling for Change: National, Social & Local Impact
Panelists shared insights on effective storytelling and advocacy, offering practical tools to help amplify voices and strengthen impact.
Building Impact Through Storytelling: Growing an Authentic Online Following
This session explored strategies for creating impactful content, engaging audiences, and growing reach across digital platforms.
Behind the Labels: Real Lives, Real People
This session explored how personal narratives can drive justice reform, support healing, and strengthen community empowerment, examining how lived experience can reduce stigma, inform advocacy, and build pathways to belonging.
PANELIST
Statewide Forensic Peer Support Supervisor, Maryland Office of the Public Defender
photos from the summit
volunteer outing to Ruth Street Garden
Advocates volunteered at the Ruth Street Garden in Kensington, Philadelphia to help plant winter crops for the community. In partnership with the Philly Unknown Project, this community garden offers a safe place for healing, growth, and meaningful connection for those who need it.
summit testimonials
follow Rise for Recovery on Instagram
Follow @rise4recovery on Instagram to get connected with a community of recovery advocates nationwide, whether you're deeply involved or just getting started!
Mark your calendar! 📅
Peer recovery specialist and justice-impacted strategist Desmond Haneef Perry @art_of_ihsan will be taking over this channel on Saturday, May 30 to discuss his recovery journey, his involvement in the #ReframeAndReclaim docuseries, and how he’s making a difference in the Baltimore community.
#InstagramTakeover #Docuseries #Recovery
Along the recovery journey, rediscovering little joys makes for important moments of self-discovery. S1 Reframe & Reclaim docuseries participant Kali Lamb shares how these moments helped her rebuild identity and hope.
See more advocate stories at the link in our bio.
#RecoveryIsPossible #WeDoRecover
National #ReturningYouthMonth is recognized May 4 - June 4 to bring awareness to young adults transitioning into society after incarceration.
#RiseForRecovery Summit 2024 speaker @jalexandriagarcia believes change starts from within. As the co-founder and policy director at the Praxis Initiative, she’s helping reshape Arizona’s criminal legal system, with the people most affected leading the way and championing reform.
👉 Click through to learn more about this important work.
#RecoveryisPossible #WeDoRecover
When Adam’s sister entered long-term recovery, she partnered with Adam to start @savagesistersrecovery.
Today, they provide housing, harm reduction and education to those living with substance use disorder in the Philadelphia community.
#RecoveryIsPossible #WeDoRecover
If these make you smile, you’re probably part of the recovery community.
#RecoveryIsPossible #WeDoRecover
This #SecondChanceMonth, we’re inspired by those who have used their second chance to advocate for others.
One of those people is @art_of_ihsan. In Season 2 of the #ReframeAndReclaim docuseries, he details his efforts to pass the Second Look Act into legislation in Maryland. Spoiler alert, it was enacted in 2025. 👏
The Second Look Act allows certain Marylanders who have served 20 years in prison an opportunity to petition for an appeal of their sentence under the Juvenile Restoration Act.
Watch to hear more about his incredible work.
Meet Katie, a mother and former caregiver to her daughter, Brittany. After one of her posts went viral, Katie discovered the power of love and community in supporting those navigating active addiction. Now, she works as a family recovery coach using her lived experience to support others in a similar path. 💙
Read her story at the link in our bio.
Through the #RiseForRecovery Summits, we’ve connected with recovery advocates from across the nation doing incredible work in their communities.
In the spirit of connection, we’re “passing the phone” to a few of the advocates supporting those in
active addiction and others in recovery. 📲
@alexschottenpoetry @jessicageschke
@iteach_igrow
#StrengthInStorytelling #RecoveryIsPossible
#WeDoRecovery
frequently asked questions
stay tuned for details about
the 2026 summit
If you’re interested in attending the 2026 Rise for Recovery Advocacy Summit, reach out to: info@braeburnrx.com