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In a society where the realms of justice, recovery, and public policy intersect in myriad ways, understanding these intersections and how they impact individuals is crucial. There are barriers, often intertwined with justice system involvement, which can pose significant challenges. For instance, minor offenses can escalate into arrest warrants, posing a significant challenge for those already grappling with recovery and housing insecurity.\xa0\nJoin Duane in this riveting conversation with Meghan M. O\u2019Neil PhD, Research Scholar, Drug Enforcement Policy Center, The Ohio State University, who dedicates her work to confronting racial and economic inequality's impacts on health. Duane and Meghan delve into the civil justice issues that can create substantial barriers for individuals in early recovery. Megan emphasizes the critical importance of housing in the recovery process, and the struggles faced by individuals in early recovery in securing a stable living environment.\xa0\nMeghan also gives a first-hand look at her groundbreaking Removing Barriers Experiment, which promises to revolutionize opioid treatment centers. Meghan's unique insights, fueled by her family's struggles with substance misuse, shed unique light on the multifaceted challenges that people in early recovery face. Her innovative approach to breaking down barriers includes the creation of online court resources for those in recovery. She shares her journey of connecting with the local recovery community, facilitating access to vital services, and fostering open communication with the court system.\xa0\nLeave this discussion with a profound understanding of the hurdles that individuals in recovery must overcome \u2013 from navigating an often unforgiving justice system to the struggle of securing stable housing.\xa0\nIn this episode, you will hear:\n\nInsights on public policy, racial and economic inequality\n\nHow Meghan\u2019s Removing Barriers Experiment aims to address the opioid crisis\n\nCreating online court resources for recovery\n\nRemoving barriers to recovery and re-entry\n\nCivil justice barriers for vulnerable populations\xa0\n\nHousing's importance in addiction recovery\n\nIssues in the housing and justice system\n\nFollow and Review:\nWe\u2019d love for you to follow us if you haven\u2019t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We\u2019d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select \u201cRatings and Reviews\u201d and \u201cWrite a Review\u201d then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.\nSupporting Resources:\nRemoving Barriers Experiment: https://meghanoneilcom.wordpress.com/removing-barriers-to-recovery/\nNovusMindfulLife.com\nEpisode Credits\nIf you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices