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Get In The Herd Podcast at the McShin Foundation Addiction Recovery Resource Center

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  • Get in the Herd with host Nathan Mitchell and guest Heather Ogden, ICPRS, CRSP, CADC

Get in the Herd with host Nathan Mitchell and guest Heather Ogden, ICPRS, CRSP, CADC

Tuesday 24th August 2021

Heather Ogden discusses her recovery journey, advocacy work, and Mobilize Recovery 2021 on 'Get in the Herd'.
58 minutes
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Encouraging
Inspiring
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Get In The Herd Podcast at the McShin Foundation Addiction Recovery Resource Center
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Recovery Reimagined
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Heather Ogden on Advocacy, Recovery, and Mobilize Recovery 2021

I'm hoping that we have a historical marker in the past to say: you know what the continued criminalization of addiction is not working, and so we can put public policy initiatives into place that actually get people the help they need.
Ever wondered how personal stories can drive policy change? Meet Heather Ogden, Advocacy Coordinator with the National Center for Advocacy and Recovery for Behavioral Health. In this episode of 'Get in the Herd', Heather sits down with host Nathan Mitchell to share her incredible journey from addiction to recovery and her current work in advocacy. Heather's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of inclusivity in the recovery community.
She passionately discusses how effective storytelling can influence public policy, especially through initiatives like Mobilize Recovery 2021. This annual event gathers recovery advocates from across the nation to share their experiences and push for meaningful changes in addiction policy. Nathan and Heather also tackle the pressing issue of the criminalization of addiction, highlighting the urgent need for policy reform to provide better support for those struggling.
Heather’s insights into creative resilience offer a fresh perspective on finding one's voice and advocating for change. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that blends personal triumphs with broader social issues, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in recovery and advocacy.
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