Recovery Friendly Hawkeye Initiative

Recovery Friendly Hawkeye Initiative (RFHI) aims to position the University of Iowa as a national leader in Recovery Friendly Workplace practices by fostering a “culture of care” that supports well-being, mental health, and recovery.

In addition to creating an inclusive environment for those impacted by substance use disorders, RFHI advances both basic and applied research on addiction, treatment, and recovery, spanning foundational science through implementation and evaluation of evidence-based interventions and policies.

UI Earns Certification as a Recovery Friendly Workplace

The University of Iowa has earned certification as a Recovery Friendly Workplace, reflecting its commitment to supporting employees affected by substance use disorders, mental health challenges, and recovery. The designation from the National Recovery Friendly Workplace Institute recognizes employers that support a workplace culture where employees feel supported in seeking treatment, maintaining sobriety, and thriving professionally.

Iowa is the first university in the United States to earn the certification and the first organization headquartered in the state of Iowa to receive the designation.

“This designation recognizes the strong foundation we have in place and reinforces our commitment to fostering a workplace that supports employee success through compassion and respect,” says Cheryl Reardon, chief human resources officer and associate vice president. “Iowa is committed to creating an environment where employees feel safe seeking help and accessing available resources.”

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From Risk to Recovery: Integrating Research, Systems, and Solutions

RFHI convened an initial campus-wide meeting to connect service providers and researchers working across prevention, treatment, and recovery. The event featured lightning talks, roundtable discussions, and opportunities to build collaborations and identify future directions.

Questions?

Reach out to Diane-Rohlman@uiowa.edu or Beth-Livingston@uiowa.edu

Additional Resources

The Why and How of Recovery Friendly Workplaces

Webinar

Perspectives on Recovery Friendly Workplaces

Podcast Series

National Certification

Recovery Friendly Workplace Institute

Becoming a Recovery-Ready Workplace

Webinar