Advocacy 101: How You Can Make a DifferenceAdvocacy 101: How You Can Make a Difference
Recovery Corner
Learn how to use your story to advocate for change in the recovery community with insights from YPR's Ben Durgan.
51:14•17 May 2023
Becoming an Advocate: How Your Story Can Spark Change
Episode Overview
- The episode explores the intricacies of advocacy in the recovery community, emphasizing the transformative impact of personal narratives on policy change.
- Ben Durgan, the Director of Public Policy at YPR, shares valuable insights into the advocacy process and highlights the significance of community engagement.
- The conversation underscores the role of empathy, compassion, and hope in advocacy, serving as a compelling call to action for individuals to actively get involved in advocating for policy change.
- The hosts, Brian and Karly, facilitate a candid and informative dialogue, fostering a deeper understanding of the power of storytelling and community involvement in advocacy.
- The episode serves as a testament to the strength of the recovery community and its collective efforts to inspire change through advocacy.
“I think our recovery community has a tough task. But I think, and it's not just YPR, it's the recovery community. And we've seen that play out in all communities, all of our chapters. And on the advocacy piece, my job is to take our people and raise them up and put them on my back if I have to.”
Ever wondered how you can make a real difference in the recovery community? In this episode of 'Recovery Corner', hosts Brian and Karly sit down with Ben Durgan, YPR's Director of Public Policy, to break down the essentials of advocacy. They dive into what advocacy truly means and how you can use your personal story to influence policy changes that matter. Ben shares practical tips on reaching out to elected officials and crafting a compelling narrative that resonates.
It's not just about talking; it's about making your voice heard in a way that drives change. Whether you're new to advocacy or looking to sharpen your skills, this conversation is packed with insights that can help you become a more effective advocate for recovery. Tune in and find out how your experiences can help shape a better future for the recovery community.
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