The Recovery Ally Training, hosted by Jordan Baez of NRAP, provides knowledge and skills to community members to become empathetic allies for individuals seeking and sustaining recovery. The training enhances attendees’ ability to support those in recovery by:
- Understanding that recovery is a long-term process with unique implications for student and personal success while confronting myths and stigma regarding opioid addiction.
- Using person-first language related to those who have struggled with addiction and are seeking to maintain recovery.
- Being available to listen openly to individuals who express the need for help or support and talk to students who might be struggling with substance use or behavioral addictions.
- Understanding the purpose of Naloxone, how to administer and where it is distributed in Northern Nevada and recognizing what resources Nevada has for people in recovery from opioid use.
