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Topic 1: Commitment to Lifelong Ethical Learning and Professional Growth

The Role of Ongoing Ethical Education:

Ethical learning is a lifelong journey. As peer recovery evolves, so do ethical guidelines, best practices, and community needs. Staying informed ensures that peer specialists continue to provide ethical, inclusive, and person-centered support.”

Ways to Stay Updated on Ethical Best Practices:

  • Attend ethics training, workshops, and continuing education courses.
  • Engage with peer recovery organizations and ethics committees.
  • Read professional literature on ethics and peer support.
  • Participate in peer discussions and case studies on ethics.

Example:

A peer specialist regularly attends ethics training and reviews professional guidelines to ensure their knowledge remains current and their practice aligns with ethical standards.

Best Practice: Commit to ongoing education by setting annual learning goals related to ethics and professional growth.

Calls to Action Poll

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Peer mentor training
Group facilitator training
Crisis responder training
Toolkits or educational resources
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Templates for operations (e.g., reports, outreach plans)
Apps for scheduling, communication, or service delivery
Centralized platforms or systems to manage services
Tech literacy and support for RCO staff/volunteers
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Public education materials about recovery
Anti-stigma messaging and campaigns
Community presentations or media outreach
Engagement with schools, employers, and faith-based organizations
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Transitional or supportive housing models
Second-chance hiring programs
Job training and resume support
Partnerships with local employers
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Volunteer recruitment and engagement
Matching professional skills (e.g., legal, marketing) with org needs
Platform or system to manage and track volunteer involvement
Training and orientation tools for volunteers