RRP XTRA 36.1: Embracing Diversity at the Out In Recovery Conference

Title: RRP Extra Episode 36.1: Embracing Diversity at the Out In Recovery Conference

Presenters: Peter and Julie (Hosts), Amanda Ireland-Esquivel (Executive Director, True Colors Recovery), Camille Esquivel, Nancy, Kristina Padilla ( Founder, Rainbow Global Collective), Lacey Gillette (DEI Manager, Fora Health), Val (Clackamas Outreach), Hope, Trent, Elizabeth (Oxford House), Dante Mathis (Harmony Academy), Izzy Alvarado (Founder, Go The Distance)

Length: 1 hour 40 minutes

Links to Websites:

• True Colors Recovery: https://www.truecolorsrecovery.org/
• Out In Recovery Conference: https://www.oirconference.com/
• Rainbow Global Collective: https://rainbowglobalcollective.com/
• Harmony Academy: https://www.harmonyacademyrhs.org/
• Miracles Club: https://www.miraclesclub.org/
• Oxford House: https://www.oxfordhouse.org/
• Fora Health: https://www.forahealth.org/
• Go The Distance: https://www.gtdgothedistance.org/

Key Points:

• [00:02:15] Introduction to the Out In Recovery Conference, an inclusive space for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals in recovery.
• [00:10:30] Amanda Ireland-Esquivel discusses True Colors Recovery's mission and new housing initiative.
• [00:18:45] Camille Esquivel shares personal recovery experiences and community support.
• [00:25:00] Kristina Padilla speaks on Two-Spirit identity and cultural heritage in recovery.
• [00:35:20] Insights from Hope and Trent, members of the Real Recovery home group.
• [00:42:00] Elizabeth from Oxford House discusses her journey and Oxford’s recovery support system.
• [00:50:15] Lacey Gillette highlights DEI initiatives at Fora Health.
• [01:00:00] Val from Clackamas Outreach talks about outreach efforts and community engagement.
• [01:10:30] Dante Mathis discusses his work with Harmony Academy, focusing on music and mentorship in recovery.
• [01:20:00] Izzy Alvarado shares insights on promoting recovery through physical fitness with Go The Distance.
• [01:30:00] Closing remarks emphasizing the importance of inclusive recovery support services.

Summary:
In this special episode, hosts Peter and Julie attend the Out In Recovery Conference, an event dedicated to supporting LGBTQIA2S+ individuals in recovery. Organized by True Colors Recovery and led by Amanda Ireland-Esquivel, the conference brings together a vibrant community to discuss barriers and successes in recovery for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. The episode features personal stories of resilience, diversity, and the transformative power of community, including insights from Kristina Padilla on Two-Spirit identity, Lacey Gillette on DEI initiatives at Fora Health, Dante Mathis on the role of music and mentorship in recovery through Harmony Academy, and Izzy Alvarado on promoting recovery through physical fitness with Go The Distance.

Conclusion:
The Out In Recovery Conference underscores the importance of inclusive recovery support for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. Through education, community support, and safe spaces, attendees found healing and encouragement for their recovery journeys.

Hashtags: #OutInRecovery #LGBTQRecovery #TrueColorsRecovery #RainbowGlobalCollective #HarmonyAcademy #GoTheDistance #SUDTreatment #InclusiveRecovery

Mentions: @TrueColorsRecovery, @OutInRecovery, @RainbowGlobalCollective, @HarmonyAcademy, @MiraclesClub, @OxfordHouse, @ForaHealth, @GoTheDistance

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