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2026 Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) Annual Recovery Conference: Stronger TogetherConnection, Learning and a Whole Lot of Fun at the 2026 DBHDS Recovery Conference Recovery happens through connection, community, and shared experience.That message came to life when people with lived experience, Peer RecoverySpecialists, recovery advocates, behavioral health professionals and recovery allies from across the Commonwealth came together in Roanoke for the...

Meet the Network Program Director Jalna M. Harris Vocal Virginia welcomes Jalna M. Harris as Network Program Director! Jalna brings bold vision and deep commitment to peer-led-advocacy, recovery and systems transformation. Grounded in lived experience leadership and driven by collaboration, Jalna is dedicated to empowering Virginian’s with mental health challenges to shape policy, strengthen communities, and lead change across the behavioral health system. With a passion for creative problem...

Vocal Virginia continues to engage throughout the 2026 General Assembly session to elevate the voices of people with lived experience and strengthen recovery-oriented behavioral health services across the Commonwealth. As legislation and the state budget move through the final stages of the process, we encourage our members and allies to stay informed and engaged. We also want to thank our members, allies, and advocates for standing with us throughout this session. Because of your voices,...