Test Drive the Recovery-to-Work Ecosystem Builder’s Guide Local and regional leaders face many challenges in engaging employers and coordinating stakeholders to support their substance use disorder recovery initiatives. DDAA is here to help leaders learn how others are responding to this challenge and provide a guide and resources to build their recovery-to-work ecosystems. DDAA […]
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The Development District Association of Appalachia has been busy in 2022 working to serve YOU in your mission to support your community. DDAA supports Local Development Districts in building healthy, prosperous, diverse, and resilient communities across the Appalachian Region. DDAA’s advocacy works to ensure you have the funding needed to support your work and avoid […]
Continue ReadingThe Development District Association of Appalachia is holding its Annual Conference in Arlington, Virginia from March 12-15, 2023. We plan to share cutting-edge ideas, highlight success stories and lessons learned, and engage with other LDDs during our annual gathering. DDAA is seeking compelling session proposals to ensure a comprehensive program. Session proposals should address topics and trends that reflect the wide-ranging needs and interests of member region, states or LDDs, with a focus on this year’s theme of Strengthening Communities and Building Momentum Post-Pandemic.
Continue ReadingDEADLINE: Friday, December 3, 2021 Background: The Development District Association of Appalachia is holding its Annual Conference in Arlington, Virginia from March 13-16, 2022. We plan to share cutting-edge ideas, highlight success stories and lessons learned, and engage with other LDDs during our annual gathering. DDAA is seeking compelling session proposals to ensure a comprehensive […]
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Thank you for your interest in registering for the Annual Conference. You can register for the conference by either paying through Whova, or by submitting an invoice. See below for more information. I am a… Powered By Whova Conference registration system Unsure about your membership status? Contact: Tom Minor at tminor@crec.net or (703) 504-2875 No refunds […]
Continue ReadingThe Recovery-to-Work Ecosystem Cohort Learning Academy concluded on April 30, with a final meeting for the regional teams on April 27. Regional teams created videos sharing their accomplishments.
Continue ReadingOn November 5, 2020, DDAA held a Town Hall for event for LDD executive directors to discuss how they are using CARES Act funds made available to LDDs through the Economic Development Administration. DDAA surveyed participants on their activities and best practices and held follow-up interviews over the coming weeks. This report shares DDAA’s findings, seeking to summarize experiences to date and inform LDDs moving forward about their peer’s efforts.
Continue ReadingDEADLINE EXTENDED: Friday, November 20, 2020 Background: Reflecting the current uncertainty about the public health situation and the desire to meet in person in 2021, the DDAA Board of Directors has decided to postpone the 2020 Annual Conference by several weeks into the late spring or early summer. DDAA is also extending the deadline of […]
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Continue ReadingThe Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) is announcing the selection of four regions in Appalachia to participate in the Building a Recovery-to-Work Ecosystem Regional Cohort Learning Academy. Supported by the Appalachian Regional Commission, the Academy represents a nine month process in which a team of organizations from four regions will collaborate both within and across regions to improve their working relationships, identify and adopt best practices, and access dedicated technical assistance that will enhance the lives of individuals and communities impacted by the substance use crisis affecting Appalachia.
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