Spirit of Recovery Award Nominations:

The criteria for the Spirit of Recovery Award are as follows:

1. Personal Recovery Journey

- The nominee has demonstrated significant progress in their own recovery from substance use, showing resilience, perseverance, and a commitment to personal growth.

2. Peer Support and Mentorship

- The nominee actively supports others in the recovery community, offering mentorship, guidance, and encouragement to peers who are on their own recovery journeys.

3. Advocacy and Leadership

- The nominee has shown leadership in advocating for recovery resources, reducing stigma, or contributing to policies or initiatives that support the recovery community.

4. Community Impact

- The nominee has made a positive impact on the broader community, whether through organizing recovery-related events, volunteering, or engaging in outreach efforts that promote sobriety and wellness.

5. Embodiment of Recovery Values

- The nominee exemplifies key values such as compassion, hope, and empowerment, consistently demonstrating these in their interactions with others and in their approach to recovery.

6. Inspiration and Motivation

- The nominee serves as an inspiration to others, motivating peers to pursue and sustain their own recovery by sharing their story, offering encouragement, or modeling positive behaviors.