Share Your Story: International Essay Contest

The Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network Coordinating Office is holding an international essay contest for recovered persons to celebrate recovery month. In the tradition of the U.S.A.’s National Recovery Month, they are encouraging people across the globe who are in recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders to help them harness the power of stories by participating in the essay contest. Prizes will be awarded for the first, second and third place entries.

If you're interested in writing an essay about your personal recovery journey, make sure your essay addresses the following writing prompts:

• I am speaking out about my recovery because...
• Being in recovery has changed my life, and now I...
• I maintain my recovery by...

Find out more about the international essay contest