NCADD News
NCADD Hosts Coffee Connections Advocacy Session for National Recovery Month
Washington, DC (September 2025) – The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) will host its upcoming Coffee Connections – Advocacy Session in recognition of National Recovery Month. This virtual event, presented in partnership with the Legal Action...
NCADD Launches TotalChoice Program to Support Member Affiliates with Health Insurance and Benefits
Washington, D.C. (August 12, 2025) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) is proud to announce the launch of the NCADD TotalChoice Program, a groundbreaking initiative that offers health insurance and other national policy benefits...
NCADD Responds to President’s Executive Order on Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets
Washington, DC (August 28, 2025) —The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD), representing 40 local affiliates across 25 states, today issued a statement in response to the President’s recent Executive Order on Ending Crime and Disorder on...
NCADD Earns Prestigious Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid
Baltimore, Maryland (July 3, 2025) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) is proud to announce it has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, a leading authority on nonprofit transparency and accountability. This prestigious...
NCADD Announces July 25 Affiliate Meeting
Washington, D.C. (July 5, 2025) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) will host its next Affiliate Leader Meeting on Friday, July 25, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET. This virtual meeting provides a dedicated space for NCADD affiliate leaders to...
NCADD’s “Coffee Connections” Fosters Dialogue on Advocacy
Washington, D.C. (July 5, 2025) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) successfully hosted its quarterly Coffee Connections event on June 26, bringing together individuals, families, NCADD affiliates, and community leaders from across the...
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) Responds to 2026 National Drug Control Strategy with Comprehensive Recommendations
Washington, D.C. (June 18, 2025) —The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), a trusted voice in substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery for over 80 years, has submitted a formal response to the Office of National Drug Control Policy...
NCADD to Host “Coffee Connections” Virtual Advocacy Forum on June 26
Washington, D.C. (June 13, 2025) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) will host its next “Coffee Connections” event, a special advocacy-focused edition, on Thursday, June 26, 2025, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM ET. This free, virtual gathering will...
Marty Mann: A Voice for Recovery, Then and Now
Washington, D.C. (April 24, 2025) – The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) invites the public to a powerful and inspiring virtual event honoring Marty Mann, one of the most influential figures in the history of recovery advocacy. Date: Monday,...
NCADD Condemns Devastating Federal Cuts to Substance Use Services Under Secretary RFK Jr.
Washington, D.C. (Mar. 28, 2025) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), representing 40 affiliates across 25 states, condemns in the strongest terms the devastating dismantling of the nation’s substance use treatment and recovery...
NCADD National at the 2025 Tuerk Conference: Hope and New Opportunities
Baltimore, MD – The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) is proud to participate in the 2025 Tuerk Conference on Mental Health and Treatment, hosted by NCADD Maryland. This year’s theme, Hope and New Opportunities in 2025, highlights ongoing...
NCADD Stands Against NIH Budget Cuts
Washington, D.C. (Feb., 2025) — Since its inception, 80 years ago, the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), first known as the National Council on Alcoholism, has consistently and in good faith supported, and advocated for, the application of...
NCADD Welcomes Four New Members to the National Board of Directors
Washington, D.C. (Jan., 2025) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) proudly announces the addition of four distinguished leaders from its affiliates across the United States to its National Board of Directors. Their collective expertise and...
Surgeon General Issues Landmark Warning on Alcohol and Cancer Risks
Washington, DC (Jan. 3, 2025) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) applauds the Surgeon General’s groundbreaking warning on the strong link between alcohol consumption and cancer. This announcement represents a critical milestone in raising...
NCADD Announces Virtual Member Affiliate Meeting: January 24, 2025
Washington, D.C. (Jan., 2025) – The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) is excited to announce its annual Member Affiliate Meeting, taking place virtually on Friday, January 24, 2025. This highly anticipated event brings together leaders,...
NCADD Launches “80 for 80” Campaign to Celebrate 80 Years of Impact. Honoring the Legacy of Marty Mann While Shaping a Brighter Future.
Washington, DC (2024) – The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), founded in 1944 by Marty Mann, a trailblazer in addiction recovery advocacy, proudly announces the launch of its “80 for 80” campaign. This celebratory initiative invites...
NCADD Celebrates 80 Years of Service and Addresses the Growing Opioid and Fentanyl Crises
Washington, D.C. (Dec. 1, 2024) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) proudly marks 80 years of service as a national leader in the fight against substance use and addiction. Founded in 1944 by Marty Mann, the first woman in recovery from...
NCADD Collaborates with LIQUORexam.com to Strengthen Alcohol Education and Promote Safe Service
Baltimore, MD (Nov. 1, 2024) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) is thrilled to announce its partnership with LIQUORexam.com, a leader in alcohol server and food handler training. This collaboration aims to advance alcohol education,...
NCADD Partners with Mothers Against Addiction to Strengthen Family Support and Recovery Resources
Baltimore, MD (Nov. 1, 2024) — The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) is pleased to announce its new partnership with Mothers Against Addiction, uniting two strong advocates for family and community wellness. This collaboration aims to expand...
A Call for Unity at CANYS
Albany, NY (Oct. 4, 2024) — Denise L. Kolivoski, MBA, Executive Director of the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), delivered an inspiring address at the annual CANYS (Council on Addiction of New York State) meeting held in Albany. Her message,...