Workshop: Addressing Recovery Support Service Equity in the African American Communities (The History, the Current Landscape, and the Future)-Addressing Recovery Support Service Equity in the African American Communities (The History, the Current Landscape, and the Future)

Addressing Recovery Support Service Equity in the African American Communities (The History, the Current Landscape, and the Future)

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In a recent workshop titled "Addressing Recovery Support Service Equity in the African-American Community," Anita Bradley, Dr. Jonathan Lofgren, and Dr. Andre Johnson explored the history, current landscape, and future of recovery support services in African-American communities. They emphasized the role of Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs) in providing support after or instead of traditional treatment programs. The discussion highlighted the disparities in recovery resources available to black and brown communities compared to predominantly white areas. Bradley introduced her colleagues, outlining the importance of establishing equitable recovery networks. Dr. Lofgren shared his personal recovery journey and the systemic evolution from peer support to professionalized treatment, underscoring the need for culturally adapted recovery models. He explained the paradigm shift from professional treatment-only approaches to integrating peer support, noting that recovery efforts often overlook minority communities. Dr. Johnson illuminated the cultural influences and trauma impacting recovery, highlighting the specific challenges faced by African-American communities. The use of cultural elements like music and community traditions in recovery processes was discussed as a way to connect and heal. Participants engaged in discussions about increasing diversity among providers, incorporating culturally-informed care, and leveraging creative arts for therapeutic engagement. The workshop concluded with insights into fostering multi-cultural environments and advocating for systemic changes to ensure equitable access to recovery resources across all communities.

Keywords

Recovery Support Services

African-American Community

Recovery Community Organizations

Equitable Recovery Networks

Culturally Adapted Models

Peer Support

Cultural Influences

Trauma

Diversity in Providers

Culturally-Informed Care

Creative Arts Therapy

Systemic Changes

Equitable Access

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