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John Bowman is a dedicated advocate leader and agent of change focused on criminaljustice and drug policy reform in Kentucky With over six years of recovery experience hehas transformed his personal narrative into a professional commitment to improvinglives and reforming systems that affect individuals and communities across the stateA native of Georgetown Kentucky John faced the challenges of addiction from a youngage beginning his struggle with substance use at 13 He battled addiction for 24 yearsbefore making the pivotal decision to seek help In 2018 he entered treatment dedicatinga year to rebuilding his life This journey not only marked the beginning of his recoverybut also ignited a deep desire to help others free themselves from substance usedisorderAfter completing his treatment John became a Peer Support Specialist at ARC where hislived experiences helped to inspire and guide others on their own paths to recoveryFollowing three years at ARC John continued his service by joining MountainComprehensive Care Center where he focused on supporting atrisk youth providingguidance and resources to help them overcome challenges and build brighter futuresCurrently John serves as Kentucky Senior Campaign Organizer for DreamOrg where heleads initiatives aimed at promoting harm reduction reforming the criminal justicesystem and drug policy By collaborating with directly impacted individuals harmreduction specialists law enforcement business leaders and faithbased organizationshe builds and works with coalitions that drive meaningful changeHis work is rooted in a commitment to harm reduction enhancing lives and promotingequitable and compassionate justice for all Kentuckians Johns story is a powerfultestament to resilience redemption and advocacy By merging his personal experienceswith professional knowledge he has established himself as a leading voice for recoveryand reform in Kentucky inspiring many to believe in the potential for change both forthemselves and their communities
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- Kentucky Senior Campaign Organizer, Dream.Org- LOUISA, KY/Oakland, Ca
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