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Breaking the Silence: Amanda Henley on Recovery & Community Power
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We’re continuing our powerful 10-part series—supported by Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Tech, and Virginia State University—highlighting lived experience, proven strategies, and the real people working to make change in Virginia.
Episode: “Breaking the Silence: Amanda Henley on Recovery & Community Power”
Our guest is Amanda Henley, Community Engagement Coordinator and passionate advocate for recovery in Prince Edward County.
In this heartfelt and insightful episode, we ask:
• How has stigma affected even the earliest stages of community research and outreach?
• As someone in long-term recovery, how has Amanda’s journey shaped her understanding of substance misuse?
• What strategies from the study could make the biggest difference in Prince Edward—and why?
• How can community members actively support and implement these strategies today?
• And finally—why should we never give up on someone battling substance misuse?
Amanda’s courage, clarity, and commitment shine throughout this conversation. Her story is a powerful reminder that recovery is not only possible—it’s necessary, and it must be supported at every level.
Listen now to Episode: “Breaking the Silence: Amanda Henley on Recovery & Community Power”
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