Be a Part of the Conversation

Be a Part of the Conversation We provide community programs, foster supportive connections, highlight lived experiences, and challenge stigma.

Be a Part of the Conversation is a nonprofit organization that addresses substance use, misuse and addiction by building a culture of awareness and support for individuals, families, and other communities in the Greater Philadelphia area. http://conversation.zone
Be a Part of the Conversation equips families and communities in Pennsylvania with skills and resources to understand substance use, addiction, and related health issues.

Now meeting every Wednesday! If your sibling has struggled with a Substance Use Disorder, you may feel angry, worried, o...
09/10/2025

Now meeting every Wednesday! If your sibling has struggled with a Substance Use Disorder, you may feel angry, worried, or unsure how to cope. Sibling Partnership provides additional support to those needed in this often-overlooked family role. Group starts TONIGHT on 9/10 at 8 PM ET.

Learn more and how to join at https://conversation.zone/siblings/

It’s time to break the stigma. Addiction is a complex health condition, not a moral failing. Your monthly membership fue...
09/08/2025

It’s time to break the stigma. Addiction is a complex health condition, not a moral failing. Your monthly membership fuels year-round education and outreach.

Help us provide education and support - join us as a membertoday: https://conversation.zone/membership/

Now meeting every Wednesday! If your sibling has struggled with a Substance Use Disorder, you may feel angry, worried, o...
09/06/2025

Now meeting every Wednesday! If your sibling has struggled with a Substance Use Disorder, you may feel angry, worried, or unsure how to cope. Sibling Partnership provides additional support to those needed in this often-overlooked family role. Group starts on 9/10 at 8 PM ET.

Learn more and how to join at https://conversation.zone/siblings/

Recovery isn’t just an individual journey—it’s a family journey.  Every choice, every step, every moment of support matt...
09/05/2025

Recovery isn’t just an individual journey—it’s a family journey. Every choice, every step, every moment of support matters. Your donation helps families access programs that guide them through this journey together.

Check out our Family Recovery Course and our Parent Partnership meetings and help to support our programs!
https://conversation.zone/donation/

The Family Recovery Course (FRC) is a three-part series of peer-led interactive educational trainings for parents or gua...
09/04/2025

The Family Recovery Course (FRC) is a three-part series of peer-led interactive educational trainings for parents or guardians whose child, at any stage of life, has struggled with addiction to drugs or alcohol. Join our next Zoom session, starting tonight at 6:30 PM.

Learn more and register here: https://conversation.zone/event/frcsep4z/

09/01/2025

Recovery is a Journey, and we can walk it together. Colleen shares insights into healing the whole family.

This Recovery Month, you can help support our programs by becoming a Founding Member of the Conversation Circle. As little as $10/month makes a difference. Join as a member today ▶️ https://conversation.zone/membership/

Overdose Awareness = Compassionate Conversations. Be a Part of Conversations about substance use and overdose prevention...
08/31/2025

Overdose Awareness = Compassionate Conversations. Be a Part of Conversations about substance use and overdose prevention. ❤️

This August 31, please like and share this post and help others know they are not alone. Together, let's move toward a future free from overdose.

Get involved with Be a Part of the Conversation's free programs and services that build awareness, understanding, and support around substance use and addiction by visiting https://conversation.zone/.

08/25/2025

Stigma doesn’t just hurt feelings — it creates dangerous barriers to care. And when harm reduction becomes politicized, the people who need support remain at risk.

Let’s replace judgment with compassion and evidence-based solutions. Lives depend on it.

Interested in learning more? For those local to Norristown, PA, join us for Harm Reduction: Diminishing Stigma, Restoring Hope in-person:

Tuesday, August 26 | 6:00–7:30 PM
Norristown Public Library
700 Markley Street, Suite 116, Norristown, PA 19401

The session is free and open to the public. Pre-register here: convo.zone/montco

Learn more → https://conversation.zone/addiction
Funded by the Montgomery County Department of Health & Human Services

08/19/2025

Harm reduction is about saving lives and reducing risks. This approach dismantles stigma and unlocks access to medical care, prevention, education, and addiction treatment.

Carlos Del Valle, Overdose Prevention & Harm Reduction Specialist with Prevention Point Philadelphia, explains how harm reduction puts humanity first in this short video.

Interested in learning more? For those local to Pottstown and Norristown, PA, join us for Harm Reduction: Diminishing Stigma, Restoring Hope in-person:

Wednesday, August 20 | 6:30–8:00 PM
YWCA Tri-County Area – Church Sanctuary
301 King Street, Pottstown, PA 19610

Tuesday, August 26 | 6:00–7:30 PM
Norristown Public Library
700 Markley Street, Suite 116, Norristown, PA 19401

Both sessions are free and open to the public. Learn more and pre-register here: convo.zone/montco

Program funded by Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services

Why is the LGBTQIA+ community at a greater risk for Substance Use Disorder? 🌈Individuals defined as “sexual minorities” ...
06/19/2025

Why is the LGBTQIA+ community at a greater risk for Substance Use Disorder? 🌈

Individuals defined as “sexual minorities” are more than twice as likely as heterosexuals to have used any illicit drug.¹

Social stigma, discrimination, & other challenges can lead to stress & treatment barriers that put this population at risk for addiction & other behavioral health challenges.

Join our FREE online program as we chat with treatment specialists & those with lived experience.

Regsiter here👇🏻👇🏼👇🏽👇🏾👇🏿
conversation.zone/event/lgbt/

¹NIDA. “Substance Use and SUDs in LGBTQ* Populations.”



Siblings are often the silent supporters in families impacted by addiction.Join us for a powerful conversation on how to...
06/18/2025

Siblings are often the silent supporters in families impacted by addiction.

Join us for a powerful conversation on how to better understand and support them.

📅 Open to siblings, parents & anyone who wants to learn more.

🔗 Register now: https://conversation.zone/event/siblings/

Understanding & Supporting Siblings Impacted by Addiction Families are dramatically impacted when a member has a substance use disorder (SUD/addiction). While we are getting better at addressing parents’ needs, we sometimes overlook the siblings’ needs and experiences. Quite naturally, siblings ...

Are you a parent looking for guidance and support on your child’s recovery journey?We have a spot for you here 💚We have ...
06/10/2025

Are you a parent looking for guidance and support on your child’s recovery journey?

We have a spot for you here 💚

We have a FREE, virtual Family Recovery Course, starting on Thursday 3/6!

Our FRC is a 3 part, peer-led and interactive series for parents or guardians whose child, at any stage of life, has struggled with addiction to drugs or alcohol.

It’s an opportunity to connect, learn, and find support from others who truly understand the journey.

• Part 1: Monday, June 16
• Part 2: Monday, June 23
• Part 3: Monday, June 30

Register now to secure your spot!
conversation.zone/event/frcjun6z

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Ardmore, PA
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