Coming soon:

2nd Annual Liberating Methadone: A Roadmap for Change

Over two years later, and we still hear about the impact from our inaugural event. NCLM is excited to announce that planning has begun to bring our Liberating Methadone conference to a city near you in 2027!

NCLM is seeking a local co-host and collaborating partner as we move toward a decentralized and community-led model. We are looking for an organization, coalition, or grassroots group to help us bring the next chapter of this movement to life. Interested parties should submit an RFP using the application link below. 

Application Deadline: May 1st, 2026, 11:59 PM PST.

Click the link to apply ➡️ RFP for Conference Co-Host & Collaborating Partner: 2nd Annual Liberating Methadone: A Roadmap for Change 

Individuals interested in being involved can complete the general feedback form by using the link below ⬇️

General Feedback Form - 2027 Liberating Methadone Conference 

Email Liberatemethadone@gmail.com with questions or if you require any accommodation to participate in the RFP process. 

All applications will be reviewed by the NCLM conference planning committee and evaluated based on values alignment, community relationships, and logistical feasibility. Selected proposals will be invited to a panel interview. This is a chance for us to meet your team, hear the passion behind your proposal, and discuss how we can realistically co-create this space together. 

Information about registration and sponsorship opportunities coming soon!

Liberate Methadone 2023 Conference

On September 21st and 22nd, the National Coalition held its innaugural Liberating Methadone Conference in collaboration with the National Survivors Union and NYU Center for Opioid Epidemiology and Policy, bringing together 800 people (in person and virtually) to discuss and exchange ideas on how to improve access to and use of methadone to reduce the harms of chaotic opioid use. 

For those who missed it, you can access recordings of the conference below:

• Link to recordings for Day 1 / Password: 1&AJs8%Z

• Link to recordings for Day 2 / Password: R?7^e9t@

• Link to closings for Day 2 / Password: U^T80Ktb

Special issue with published abstracts from the conference available here.

Accompanying Commentary "Envisioning a Humane and Accessible US Methadone Treatment System: Generating Policy and Practice Recommendations From the Liberate Methadone Movement" available here.

Also check out these two videos below from the National Survivors Union, showcasing moments from the conference and underscoring why our organization is fighting to liberate methadone:

Recommendations from the conference

Based on the conference report, NCLM created several materials to share recommendations broadly. Please download and share the materials below widely and spread the word on how various groups can help improve patient-centered methadone treatment today: