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Bring the conversation to your community

Invite Rise Sober

A lived-experience talk at your gurdwara, community gathering or event.

Honest conversations can make it easier to ask for help. Jay shares his own recovery journey and the role of connection, routine, faith and service, with a particular understanding of Panjabi and South Asian communities.

An illustrated microphone and lectern for a community talk

A conversation with a purpose

Make space for recovery, understanding and hope.

Lived experience

An honest account of addiction and recovery, what helped Jay begin, and the everyday actions that helped him build a different life.

Community and connection

Opening up conversations in a respectful, culturally aware way, so people affected by addiction and their families feel less alone.

Finding a next step

Introducing Rise Sober, peer meetings and routes to further support, with time for discussion where appropriate.

Plan it with us

Tell us about your gurdwara or event.

Share the location, audience and date you have in mind. We can discuss the focus, language and format together before confirming anything.

Talks come from personal experience and community service. They do not replace professional treatment or advice.

Invitations are subject to availability. Please wait for a reply before advertising a confirmed appearance.