Announcing the 2025 Keynote Speaker
Paolo del Vecchio, M.S.W.
Paolo del Vecchio, M.S.W, a person in long-term recovery from mental health and addictions, has been a leader in the peer recovery movement for 40 years. He recently completed a 30 year career at the US Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) where he served in multiple roles including the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services and the founding Director of the Office of Recovery. Paolo is now an independent advocate to advance recovery-oriented policies and practices on national and international levels.
Ready to join us for the 2025 Voices for Recovery Luncheon & Awards? Click below to purchase your tickets or select a sponsorship package. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Vote for the Next Peer of the Year!
We’re thrilled to honor 15 incredible peers who go above and beyond to support recovery and uplift their communities. Their dedication, compassion, and impact are truly inspiring — and now it’s your turn to help us choose this year’s winner! Winners will be announced at our Voices for Recovery Luncheon & Awards
✨ Your 2025 Peer of the Year Nominees are:
Andrew Thompson
Crystal Bennett-Girdy
Cynthia Haley
Dziko Singleton
Jamie Alston
Jessica Orren
Kat Heredia
Kathryn Shackleford
Melody Force
Pamela Edwards
Robyn Hantelman
Samantha Eastham
Sharika Lampkin-Briscoe
Stacey Washington
Steven Hills
