Take Action on Public Policies

Public policies are parts of institutions that guide how they respond to and act on social issues. Public policy exists for things like education, health, accessibility, discrimination, the environment, and many other important issues. A simple way to support policies you care about is to vote. Elections, particularly local ones, can feature policies that affect everyone who lives in your community, as well as the chance to vote for people who reflect your ideals.

Becoming active on behalf of recovery-oriented policy is a good way to support the recovery community. To get started, you may want to share your story of substance use and recovery with decision-makers. Real experiences like yours can inform policy in significant ways, and help grow resources that are needed to help others on their path to recovery. You have the power to make change happen. Your voice matters and has a place in public policy. Come back often for ideas on how you can get involved and click the link below to discover more about public policy in Iowa!

BallotPedia – learn about different policies affecting Iowans

Common Good Iowa – learn more about how to get involved with this nonpartisan, nonprofit organization the seeks to find what is in the best interest of those living in Iowa