NCADD frequently receives requests from the media who wish to contact persons in recovery for interview purposes. These requests can be quite specific in terms of gender, age, ethnic background, drug of choice, length of sobriety, etc.

There is some concern within the recovering community that discussing one's addiction and path to recovery violates the tradition of anonymity in 12-step programs. However, it is possible to advocate and share your experiences on the road of recovery without violating this important tradition. NCADD has co-authored a brochure that teaches and encourages people in recovery to speak out and share their experiences with policy makers, civic groups and other community leaders, which includes the media--without violating anonymity traditions of 12-step groups. Advocacy With Anonymity.

NCADD cooperates with these requests when possible with the conviction that the more open people are about their recovery, the less stigma there will be attached to alcoholism and other drug addictions. In an effort to enlarge the pool of individuals who are willing to speak about their past addictions, NCADD has launched the "Registry of Addiction Recovery," a volunteer campaign.

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