The Annual NC One Community in Recovery Conference is a statewide gathering planned by a diverse committee of behavioral health providers, advocates, and individuals with lived experience in mental health and substance use recovery.
From March 4–6, 2026, more than 200 participants came together to celebrate the conference’s 17th year under the theme “Rooted in Resilience: Reimagined through Change.” The event highlighted the strength, innovation, and collective voice of North Carolina’s recovery community.
This year’s conference featured a pre‑conference session on Emotional CPR (eCPR)—a public health education program designed to support individuals through emotional crises, strengthen community connections, and promote meaningful organizational change.
Participants also had the opportunity to engage in 16 breakout sessions, offering a wide range of perspectives, tools, and strategies to support recovery‑oriented systems of care across the state.
Attendees were inspired by powerful keynote presentations from:
Both speakers shared thought‑provoking insights that challenged participants to reimagine recovery through resilience, advocacy, and systems change.
The conference also honored outstanding leaders and advocates with the Recovery Champion Awards:
These individuals were recognized for their dedication, leadership, and lasting impact on recovery communities across North Carolina.
Please mark your calendars for the 18th Annual NC One Community in Recovery Conference, taking place March 10–12, 2027. We look forward to continuing this important work together.