PAARI - Police Assisted Addiction & Recovery Initiative

02/01/2026

In February, PAARI celebrates the contributions and lives of black Americans throughout our communities. We are honored to work alongside you in our public health agencies, police stations, and neighborhoods.

01/30/2026

Join us for the Tri-State Convening!

🗓️February 5th | ⏰ 12:00 PM EST

Law enforcement, public safety, and community partners will gather to discuss innovative approaches to addiction recovery and deflection. Don't miss this opportunity to collaborate and create a lasting impact!

🔗Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/UPn86g6xTnKhYq6ACkgbLQ #/registration

01/26/2026

Join us tomorrow for our PAARI Spotlight Series!

We're excited to welcome our partners from New Bedford, MA, as they share their program successes, lessons learned, and barriers faced in the field.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow together!

🔗 Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7617648628848/WN_iAVKKBSFToyLfaw5gZlrTg

01/23/2026

We had a great day at ODA yesterday. Our Senior Director, Brittney Garret, presented to individuals hoping to learn more about deflection and diversion initiatives. We are looking forward to another great day of connection!

01/22/2026

Join us for the RESCHEDULED South Carolina Convening!

🗓️ January 27th | ⏰ 1:30 PM EST

Law enforcement, public safety, and community partners will gather to discuss innovative approaches to addiction recovery and deflection. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate and create a lasting impact!

🔗 Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rs8SmJh3RFeECLlleknIiQ

Once a quarter we gather folks to share insights, address barriers and network with others in the state doing this work.

01/16/2026

🚨 Join us for Tennessee’s FIRST-EVER PAARI Convening!

🗓️ January 20th | ⏰ 12:00 PM CST

We’re excited to host Tennessee’s first statewide PAARI convening, bringing together law enforcement, public safety, and community partners to connect, collaborate, and spark new ideas around addiction recovery and deflection. This is a powerful opportunity to help shape the future of deflection in Tennessee. You won't want to miss it!

🔗 Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/3jTEcrglTSuQnleVxMvu9w #/registration

Once a quarter we gather folks to share insights, address barriers and network with others in the state doing this work.

01/14/2026

Your voice matters. Your story matters.

PAARI’s Lived Experience Council (LEC) is inviting new members to join us! If you’ve been affected by these issues and want to turn your lived experience into action, this is your chance to get involved.

Our next meeting is TONIGHT, Tuesday, January 13th at 6:30 PM EST, and we’d love for you to be there. Apply today to join the LEC and help us build stronger, more compassionate pathways to recovery.

Apply now: https://paariusa.org/paari-council/lived-experience-council/

01/09/2026

Join us on Tuesday, January 13, at 1:30 PM ET for the Major Cities Learning Collaborative, a gathering of large urban agencies to share strategies for implementing non-arrest programs that support individuals with substance use disorders.

Connect with peers, exchange best practices, and learn from innovative models in action!

Register now and be part of the conversation: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VB4TgAORSXeCt9qocJ9sfg #/registration

01/08/2026

PAARI has the tools, resources, and support to help your agency better serve your community. Together, we can strengthen pathways to recovery and create lasting change.

➡️ Take the next step. Become a PAARI partner today: https://paariusa.org/become-a-partner/

01/06/2026

🚨 Join us for Tennessee’s FIRST-EVER PAARI Convening!

🗓️ January 20th | ⏰ 12:00 PM CST

We’re excited to host Tennessee’s first statewide PAARI convening, bringing together law enforcement, public safety, and community partners to connect, collaborate, and spark new ideas around addiction recovery and deflection. This is a powerful opportunity to help shape the future of deflection in Tennessee. You won't want to miss it!

🔗 Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/3jTEcrglTSuQnleVxMvu9w #/registration

01/01/2026

Reflecting on a year of collaboration and compassion, and stepping into the New Year with renewed commitment. Thank you for walking alongside us. Happy New Year.

12/29/2025

NARCAN doesn’t just reverse an overdose — it opens the door to recovery, healing, and a second chance for our neighbors struggling with addictions.

Help make sure every first responder is equipped to offer that chance.

Give to PAARI’s NARCAN Drive [Link in Comments]