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Stand Up For Recovery Day

Stand Up for Recovery Day

Date: February 7, 2023

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Location: Empire State Plaza Convention Center, Albany, NY 12242

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What is SURD?

SURD is FOR-NY’s day of advocacy. A special day when recovery advocates, warriors and allies from all around the state gather to celebrate the power and promise of recovery from addiction, while educating decision-makers and the general public about the Recovery Movement.
SURD 2023 begins at 8:30 am and ends at approx. 12:30 where advocacy groups will disperse to meet with their legislative representatives. The SURD 2023 Program includes:
  •  Continental breakfast
  • Networking opportunities
  • Exhibitor tabling
  • Live performances
  • A call to action from members of the Recovery Community
  • Messages from
  • Rally
  • Press Conference

Every year, hundreds of recovery supporters gather in Albany for Stand Up for Recovery Day.  This year, we expect to top more than 5,000 people educating decision-makers and the general public about recovery and more!  Join us on this day of advocacy. Remember, we have power in numbers!

Stand Up for Recovery Day

Date: February 7, 2023

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Location: Empire State Plaza Convention Center, Albany, NY 12242

Click here to view Directions & Center Map.

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