DeAnn Knighton
DeAnn Knighton
Inclusion and peer recovery in the workplace (w/ Dr. Masica Jordan-Alston)
Inclusion and peer recovery in the workplace (w/ Dr. Masica Jordan-Alston)
Inclusion and peer recovery in the workplace (w/ Dr. Masica Jordan-Alston)
Thursday 28th September 2023
Dr. Masica Jordan-Alston discusses fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in recovery spaces through peer support and cultural sensitivity.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Creating Inclusive Recovery Spaces: Insights from Dr. Masica Jordan-Alston
Episode Overview
- Dr. Jordan-Alston's personal experiences highlight the need for diversity, equity, and inclusion in recovery services
- The importance of cultural sensitivity in providing support for marginalized groups
- Insights into creating peer support networks within organizations
- Dr. Jordan-Alston's impactful work in promoting entrepreneurship in marginalized communities
- Advocacy for grief and loss support as an integral part of sustainable recovery
Every individual, regardless of their background, deserves to experience recovery. We need to build inclusive systems that offer support to all people, acknowledging their unique experiences and needs.
What does it take to build a truly inclusive recovery environment? In this episode of 'Show Up and Stay', Dr. Masica Jordan-Alston, founder of Jordan Peer Recovery, shares her journey and expertise on fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Dr. Jordan-Alston’s work spans across the U.S. and internationally, focusing on peer recovery training and certification to ensure everyone has access to supportive resources.
She dives into the gaps in inclusion, particularly in research and human services, highlighting the often-overlooked needs of marginalized groups like LGBTQIA communities, Black Indigenous people of color, and those who are incarcerated. Through personal stories and professional insights, Dr. Jordan-Alston emphasizes the power of peer support networks in creating systems of encouragement within communities.
In a touching anecdote, she recounts her experience with diabetes and how a chance encounter with a young girl at the beach allowed her to offer support and encouragement, illustrating the importance of sharing personal experiences in recovery. Dr. Jordan-Alston also discusses the necessity of culturally responsive practices in human services, advising organizations to avoid assumptions and directly ask individuals what works best for them.
Whether you're involved in recovery services or seeking to understand the importance of inclusivity in these spaces, this episode provides valuable perspectives on how to create more equitable and supportive environments.