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Over 23 million Americans are in recovery from addiction.

Mobilize Recovery brings together a cross-sector cohort of advocates, allies, and stakeholders to drive measurable, sustainable, and action-oriented solutions that create resilient communities of recovery.

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Our Programs & Initiatives

Operation Understanding

Operation Understanding

In 1976, Operation Understanding broke new barriers and helped change the recovery movement forever. Now, 50 years later, we’re honoring that legacy—and building what comes next.

Overdose Response Initiative

Overdose Response Initiative

Since 2019, 822,386 free doses of naloxone has been distributed through our overdose response initiative.

Organizer Training

Organizer Training

We train and support the development of recovery advocates, helping equip them with the skills to make a tangible difference in their communities.

Annual Convenings

Annual Convenings

Each year, hundreds of people in recovery, family members, & recovery allies gather for an annual convening to learn innovative strategies & tactics for grassroots organizing & recovery solutions.

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The Next Chapter of the Recovery Movement Starts Now
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The Next Chapter of the Recovery Movement Starts Now

Operation Understanding returns to honor a historic legacy and help shape the future of recovery.

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/May 08, 2026
Gen Zers ​⁠‪@zoeunlimited‬ & ​⁠‪@SymonneHarrison‬, millennial ​⁠‪@RosannaPansino‬, and Gen Xer ​⁠‪@glozell1‬ share actionable tips on what to do when you're lonely.
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September 29, 2025
This past weekend, Mobilize Recovery returned to its home base in Las Vegas for two incredible events that embodied the heart of our mission: Campus Surge 2025 at UNLV and Narcan at Night. Together, these events highlighted the strength of the recovery movement, the urgency of harm reduction, and the power of community to create lasting change.
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September 28, 2025
At Mobilize Recovery, we’re proud to spotlight organizations that are reimagining access to care. One of those partners is Bicycle Health, a national leader in virtual treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD).
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September 23, 2025

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