Operation Understanding is a movement in action! We have events across the country and online that you won’t want to miss. Our big goal? Inspire people all across the country to host, attend and share our events that help reduce stigma around substance use and mental health. From virtual workshops and film screenings to community gatherings and powerful conversations, there is something for everyone. Find an event near you: recovery2026.org/events #OperationUnderstanding #MobilizeRecovery

Mobilizers! Workshop Alert! Talking about recovery and other stigmatized topics can be tough. It’s normal to feel nervous, especially because you can’t control how people will respond. The good news? There are smart, practical strategies that can help you create safer, more meaningful conversations. Join Jaclyn Brown for Operation Understanding: Lessons from Tough Conversations. She’ll share effective tools for planning events that reduce discomfort and build real understanding. Whether you’re planning events or just want to get better at having these important conversations, this session will leave you feeling more confident and prepared. Tuesday, June 16th at 7pm EST RSVP Here: recovery2026.org/operation_u… #OperationUnderstanding #MobilizeRecovery

Operation Understanding 2026 is focused on building the training, education, and organizational infrastructure needed to carry the recovery movement forward. Advocates, partner organizations, and allied professionals interested in contributing to this work are encouraged to reach out and get involved. To learn more and take action, visit recovery2026.org/ #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Ready to Be Part of History? 50 years ago, Operation Understanding changed everything by breaking the silence around recovery. Today, we’re bringing that same vision into 2026 and we need you in it. Across the country, people are stepping up: hosting events, sharing real stories, organizing in their communities, and showing the world what recovery really looks like. Join Us! Sign up and share this post: recovery2026.org/get_involve… #OperationUnderstanding #MobilizeRecovery

Recovery happens in every sector of American life — in hospitals and union halls, in schools and courtrooms, in small businesses and federal agencies. The lesson of the 52 is that addiction has never been limited to one community, and neither has recovery. The movement belongs to everyone willing to be part of it. Learn more about Operation Understanding at recovery2026.org/. #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Recovery happens in every sector of American life — in hospitals and union halls, in schools and courtrooms, in small businesses and federal agencies. The lesson of the 52 is that addiction has never been limited to one community, and neither has recovery. The movement belongs to everyone willing to be part of it. Learn more about Operation Understanding at recovery2026.org/. #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Mobilizers! It’s that time of year! Join us this Thursday for the Mobilize Recovery 2026 Campaign Announcements! We’re coming together virtually to share exciting ways grassroots recovery community advocates can get involved all year long — including local community engagement, in-person convenings, digital actions, trainings, and more virtual events. Whether you’re new to advocacy or a seasoned leader, this is your opportunity to plug in and help shape the future of recovery. Reserve your Spot: Thursday, May 28th at 7pm EST. mobilizerecovery.org/mobiliz… #MobilizeRecovery #OperationUnderstanding

Mobilize Recovery is partnering with the Global Exchange Conference (GXC) 2026 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, December 6–9. This convening will bring together recovery advocates, clinical professionals, and policy leaders for what is expected to be the largest gathering of its kind. Discounted registration passes are available exclusively through Mobilize Recovery. Register and learn more at mobilizerecovery.org. #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Operation Understanding 2026 is being built through partnerships across healthcare, criminal justice, education, employment, and housing. Each sector that was represented on the Shoreham risers in 1976 has a counterpart working today to continue that mission. We are grateful for every organization committed to this work. Learn more about Operation Understanding at recovery2026.org/. #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Language has always been central to the recovery movement. The shift from stigmatizing terminology to person-first, clinically accurate language was not accidental — it was the product of decades of deliberate advocacy, beginning with events like Operation Understanding in 1976. How we speak about addiction continues to shape how we treat the people who have it. Find out more at mobilizerecovery.org. #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding Learn more about Operation Understanding at recovery2026.org/. #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Operation Understanding changed how many Americans perceived addiction. Yet stigma remains a documented barrier to treatment access across healthcare, criminal justice, employment, and housing. The work that began in 1976 continues — and it requires advocates, allies, and institutions willing to push further. Learn more about Operation Understanding at recovery2026.org/. #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

In the five decades since Operation Understanding, the United States has seen the creation of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, the expansion of Employee Assistance Programs, and the development of evidence-based addiction treatment at scale. Each of these advances traces its roots, in part, to the courage of 52 people who stood on a stage in 1976. Learn more about Operation Understanding at recovery2026.org/. #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

The 50th anniversary of Operation Understanding marks a moment of reflection and recommitment. The 52 pioneers of 1976 demonstrated that organized, public advocacy could change the way a nation understood addiction. That work is not finished — and the recovery movement of 2026 is its direct continuation. For more information, visit mobilizerecovery.org. #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

50 years ago, Operation Understanding changed the recovery movement forever. Today, we're honoring that legacy and building what comes next. Operation Understanding is back, bringing together advocates, families, and communities across the country to strengthen recovery and create lasting change. 🗓️ Events happening nationwide 📖 Stories that break stigma 🛠️ Tools & resources to take action 💙 A movement you can join Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or simply believe in hope and healing, there's a place for you here. Learn more and get involved: recovery2026.org/ #OperationUnderstanding #MobilizeRecovery

Day 42: The collective vision of the 1976 participants was a world where medical treatment for addiction was as accessible as treatment for any other chronic illness. Learn more about Mobilize Recovery: mobilizerecovery.org/ #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Day 41: Most of the 52 pioneers spent their lives in volunteer service, mentoring others through the early stages of the recovery process. Learn more about Mobilize Recovery: mobilizerecovery.org/ #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Day 40: The elder statesmen of the group provided a sense of continuity, showing that the principles of recovery remained constant over several decades. Learn more about Mobilize Recovery: mobilizerecovery.org/ #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Day 39: Sports figures in the 1976 group challenged the culture of substance use in athletics and paved the way for modern wellness programs in professional leagues. Learn more about Mobilize Recovery: mobilizerecovery.org/ #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Day 38: The authors of the 52 helped create a body of literature that remains a primary resource for historical addiction research today. Learn more about Mobilize Recovery: mobilizerecovery.org/ #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding

Day 36: Retail and service workers provided a visible reminder that recovery was a common thread among the people who keep communities functioning daily. Learn more about Mobilize Recovery: mobilizerecovery.org/ #mobilizerecovery #operationunderstanding