Attend a Recovery Meeting (No Written Submission Required)

Some time during the course, attend one open recovery meeting of your choice. This can be Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), SMART Recovery, Refuge Recovery, Dharma Recovery, or any other open mutual aid, 12-step, or peer support group related to substance use disorder. You're welcome to attend in-person or virtually, whatever feels safe, accessible, and comfortable for you.

This isn't about analyzing or critiquing the model. The goal is to witness, reflect, and develop your felt sense of what recovery may look or sound like outside of the classroom or the clinic. You will be invited to share a few takeaways in class in an informal way, but there will be no formal written assignment attached to this, though you may include aspects of it in other assignments.

Note: If you regularly attend any of these meetings for yourself, I encourage you to attend something different to have a novel experience.

Extra Note: Please make sure the meeting is open to individuals who don't necessarily identify with the specific population. Attend with respect, confidentiality, and curiosity. If you're unsure how to find a meeting, or want help choosing one, I'm happy to assist.