Employer Forum: Recovery Friendly Workplace in Action
Schedule
Thu Jan 15 2026 at 09:00 am to 03:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
University of Oregon Portland | Portland, OR
About this Event
Employer Forum: Recovery Friendly Workplace in Action
Join us for an insightful and interactive event focused on creating supportive environments for individuals in recovery. The term "Recovery Friendly Workplace" describes employers that take proactive steps to prevent and respond to substance misuse, foster workplace-supported recovery, and strengthen opportunities for individuals in recovery while supporting all those affected by substance use disorders. At this in-person forum, participants will:
- Define what it means to be a Recovery Friendly Workplace
- Learn about practical tools and resources to guide workplace implementation
- Explore case studies showcasing successful programs, policies, and practices that employers can adapt to take immediate steps toward becoming recovery-friendly.
Location: University of Oregon Portland Campus
Lunch will be served.
FREE easy access parking
Upon completion of the training, 5 hours of continuing education credits are available through SHRM and CHES.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from each other and those who have been working on developing policies, programs, and practices that work.
Agenda
π: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Why should we be concerned about this topic?
Host: Brett Lovins
Info: Setting the context for why this work is so important: exploring the personal, the professional, and the data.
π: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
What is a recovery friendly workplace?
Host: David Shapiro
Info: What is a Recovery Friendly Workplace and how can you go about creating one? What are tools and action steps employers can take to create more recovery friendly workplaces?
π: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Worker's perspective
Host: Terry Leckron-Myers
Info: What do workers seek in terms of a recovery friendly workplace? How do workers access these programs and what has the greatest impact?β
π: 12:45 PM - 01:30 PM
Recovery Friendly Workplace in Construction and Hospitality
π: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Actionable Policies, Programs and Practices for the Workplace
Where is it happening?
University of Oregon Portland, 2800 Northeast Liberty Street, Portland, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 75.00


















