Director's Note: The ADPC Top 25 for 2025
Happy New Year! I hope you all are rested and refreshed because we have a lot of work to do in 2026! But first, let’s reflect on some of the many highlights of 2025. From passionate and productive meetings with Oregon’s youth (shout out to members of OYAA!) to legislative advances and the expansion of opioid treatment programs, there was plenty to be thankful for last year.
I am deeply appreciative of the time and trust conveyed to the Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission team in 2025. We are excited to move forward in this work to improve access to the entire substance use prevention, treatment and recovery continuum, along with ongoing strategies to reduce risks. We will report on our progress quarterly at our monthly Commission meetings, along with biannual progress reports to the legislature.
Most importantly, to all who currently struggle with substance use, those in recovery, families of those struggling and in recovery, and all of those left behind by loved ones gone too soon, we continue to push forward toward a future where less people lose their lives to this chronic disorder.
Thanks to all of you for your support. To check out my 2025 highlights, please visit the ADPC Blog.
— Annaliese Dolph, ADPC Director
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Commission, Committee Updates
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The Commission and its committees are ready for the new year! In case you missed it, ADPC Commissioners at the December meeting each shared the first album they ever purchased. It was a fun ice breaker – and has resulted in a killer playlist!
Meanwhile, the APDC committees are still accepting applications for new members. If you would like to join an ADPC committee or nominate someone to serve on a committee, please fill out this form. Para completar esta solicitud en español, haga clic aqui.
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Notice: Recovery-Friendly Workplace Forum Canceled; Webinar to Come |
The Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences has made the tough decision to cancel its January 15 in-person forum on Recovery-Friendly Workplaces.
However, the Institute will soon schedule a Webinar series on this critical topic. Watch this space for updates!!
The Institute intends to share with employers practical tools and resources to guide the implementation of Recovery Friendly Workplaces. The term "Recovery Friendly Workplace" describes employers that take proactive steps to prevent and respond to substance misuse, foster workplace-supported recovery, and strengthen opportunities for individuals in recovery while supporting all those affected by substance use disorders.
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Register for Oregon Recovers Advocacy Day 2026!
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Calling All Recovery Advocates! It’s time to for Oregon Recovers Advocacy Day 2026 at the Oregon State Capitol!
Oregon’s prevention, treatment, and recovery services are at risk due to proposed budget cuts. Now is the time to stand together and make our voices heard! Let’s show lawmakers that recovery saves lives and strengthens communities.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Click here to register.
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Register for new school-focused ECHO program |
ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an interactive, educational and community-building experience that allows healthcare professionals in Oregon to create a case-based learning environment through the convenience of video connection.
Thanks to HB 3321, the ADPC is sponsoring OHSU to host two adolescent-focused ECHOs.
The second program begins January 22. This ECHO is focused on substance use prevention and early intervention systems in school contexts. Prevention work is complex, interprofessional, and requires strong partnerships. Sessions will exemplify successful models, empower teams to vision together, and assist champions to advance their own prevention efforts.
Audience: School counselors, teachers, coaches, athletic directors, school-based health professionals, school administrators, youth services officers, youth behavioral health professionals, youth peer support, public health professionals, juvenile justice professionals
Click here to register.
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Upcoming ADPC Meetings
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- January 12, 1 pm: ADPC Commission Meeting
- January 14, 3 pm: ADPC Treatment Committee Meeting
- January 14, 4 pm: Oregon Youth Addiction Alliance Meeting
- January 15, 1 pm: ADPC Recovery Committee Meting
- January 27, 9:30 am: ADPC Harm Reduction Committee Meeting
- January 28, 10:30 am: ADPC Prevention Committee Meeting
More ADPC meeting information is available here.
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Recent SUD-related headlines
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In one year, Trump pivots fentanyl response from public health to drug war –NPR, Dec. 31
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Lane County employers can give the gift of recovery in 2026 – Lookout Eugene-Springfield, – Dec. 30
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A clinic in Alaska is trying to help people with addiction survive incarceration –NPR, Dec. 27
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3 drug policy questions to watch in 2026 – STAT News, Dec. 24
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Facing federal hostility, supervised consumption site points to 1,900 overdose reversals – STAT News, Dec. 18
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Trump’s marijuana reclassification could boost research, broaden access – STAT News, Dec. 18
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Prison Mail Rules Are Changing to Prevent Drugs. Has it Worked? –Prison Journalism Project, Dec. 18
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Oregon’s Measure 110 programs for substance use treatment have unclear results, audit finds –OPB, Dec. 17
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