Dear Colleague,
I am pleased to share an important opportunity for professionals working in Virginia’s state and local government agencies – including county government officials, Community Services Boards, behavioral health authorities, regional jails, law enforcement, social services, public health organizations, and other public bodies supporting our communities.
The 2026 Virginia Recovery Conference, hosted by the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority’s non-profit foundation, will take place June 15-17, 2026, at the historic Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center in Roanoke, Virginia. This inaugural statewide gathering will highlight best practices in substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery. Featuring four general sessions and 20 breakout sessions, this event showcases real‑world examples of how Virginia communities are putting opioid settlement funds to work to save lives and strengthen families.
Because interest in this conference is exceptionally high, attendance is capped at 400 participants, and it is expected to sell out quickly. To ensure that Virginia’s public-sector professionals have the first opportunity to attend, registration for state and local government employees is being opened early, ahead of all other registrants. This early-access registration window is available now through April 6. After this date, registration will open to all remaining interested parties on a first‑come, first‑served basis until capacity is reached.
We strongly encourage you to register as early as possible to secure your spot.
Special Benefits for 2026 Attendees
- Opportunities for statewide networking and collaboration with leaders in prevention, treatment, recovery, and community partnerships as well as vendors and suppliers from across the Commonwealth.
- Access to practical tools and innovations communities are using to address the opioid epidemic.
- A complimentary professional portrait/headshot, taken onsite and provided at no additional cost.
Use of Opioid Settlement Funds
Conference registration fees, hotel lodging, meals, and related travel expenses qualify as an allowable use of opioid settlement funds, as the event directly supports capacity-building, training, and knowledge-sharing related to substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery initiatives statewide.
Event & Registration Details
- Dates: June 15-17, 2026
- Location: Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, Roanoke, VA
- Capacity: 400 attendees (expected to sell out)
- Early Registration Window for Government Employees: Now through April 6
- Conference Details & Registration: https://virginiarecovers.com/2026-virginia-recovery-conference/
Sincerely,
Tony McDowell | Executive Director