2026 Annual Conference
The Event of the Year!
LifeRing's Annual 2-Day Conference
We invite all LifeRing members, collaborators, convenors, and supporters to join us online for our annual gathering and congress. This is your chance to connect and actively shape the future of LifeRing.
- When? Saturday, June 6th and Sunday, June 7th
- What Time? Both events start at 9:00am Pacific Time
- Where? Online!
- Who? YOU!
This two-day event brings together the LifeRing community and representatives of the LifeRing network of recovery resources.
The LifeRing Annual Meeting is our Meeting of Meetings! At the Annual Meeting, convenors and the LifeRing Community gather to hear speakers, participate in workshops and socialize. Click here for more information on the 2026 LifeRing Annual Conference.
This conference is for all of us. Come share your vision for our future!
Saturday, June 6th | Annual Meeting — This Year's Focus | Meetings of Meetings!
Welcome Message | 9:00am Pacific
Presenter | Ivona S.
Keynote Address | 9:15am Pacific
Keynote Speaker: Tawny Lara is a writer, speaker, and advocate whose work focuses on sobriety, mental health, and modern recovery. She is the former co-host of the Recovery Rocks podcast and has contributed to publications including The New York Times, Time, Elle, and Vice. Through her work, Tawny explores emotional sobriety, identity, and the ways recovery intersects with relationships and everyday life.
Workshop 1 | 10:15am
Relapse Prevention: Mindfulness, Science, and Strategies
Presenters | Ewa C, Sylvia W, and Anna B. — This session begins with a guided meditation led by Ewa, Certified MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) Level 1 Instructor. Sylvia and Anna will then share insights on relapse prevention, combining science-based understanding with practical recovery tools.
Break | 11:15am Pacific
Presenters | Nora G. and Michael A. — Hilarity ensues when this madcap team explores crosstalk, index cards, and the importance of connection
Workshop 2 | 11:25am Pacific
Learning to Sit with Feelings Without Fixing Them
Presenter | Jonathan M. — During this session, Jonathan shares practical insights on emotional sobriety and navigating difficult feelings in recovery.
Workshop 3 | 11:45am Pacific
Collaborative Recovery: The Power of Shared Leadership
Presenters | Diane B, Mike R, Annie O, Joe C, and Melvin — Members of the ‘Strange Brew Morning Crew,’ a collaborative recovery meeting, will share how their “party line” approach to convening creates a supportive and effective meeting environment.
Awards Celebration| 12:15pm Pacific
Emily Marcus Awards — To honor the memory of LifeRing Community Advocate and BOD member Emily Marcus, LifeRing will recognize outstanding contributors to the LifeRing mission and vision.
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Break | 12:30am Pacific | Lunch and Jeopardy
Join Michael A for a fun and interactive game during the lunch break. Test your knowledge, connect with others, and enjoy a lighthearted moment in recovery.
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Workshop 4 | 1:00pm Pacific
The Power of Community in Recovery
Presenter | Randy D — Randy shares insights on connection, relationships, and the role of community in recovery.
Workshop 5 | 1:20pm Pacific
Friends & Family in Recovery: Support Beyond the Individual
Presenter | Khare — This session offers an overview of LifeRing’s Friends and Family meetings, including how they are run and the types of topics discussed. Khare will share how these meetings support loved ones and how participants can confidently introduce this resource to those in their lives.
Social Hour or Two | 2:00pm Pacific
Recovery Through Music
Join Gerry from Ireland for a music-filled social hour celebrating connection and community. Wrap up the afternoon with a chance to unwind, socialize, and experience the role music can play in recovery.
Sunday, June 7th | Annual Congress and Delegates Assembly
Click here for more information about the 2026 LifeRing Annual Congress and Delegates Assembly.
Annual Report | 9:00am Pacific
Report from the Board of Directors, including Financial Report
- Report from the Board of Directors, including Financial Report
- The complete Annual Report and Financial Report can be found on the LifeRing website. A summary will be presented at the Delegate’s Assembly.
- Questions and comments are invited.
Review Board of Director Nominees | 9:30am Pacific
- BOD nominees introduce themselves and outline their goals if elected
- Q&A open session
Review of Motions to Change LifeRing Bylaws | 10:00am Pacific
- Introduction and discussion of motions to change current LifeRing Bylaws
Meeting Delegates' Reports | 10:30am Pacific
- Delegates present meeting reports
Vote to Approve Absentee Election Ballot | 11:30am Pacific
- Delegates’ vote to approve the candidates and any proposed bylaws changes to be included on the absentee ballot
June 2026 Board of Directors Meeting | 12:00pm Pacific
- Delegates and members of the LifeRing Community are encouraged to attend