Virginia
Year of the Peer 2023
Media and Events Toolkit
Welcome to the official site of the Virginia Year of the Peer Media and Events Toolkit
Here you will find all the tools you or your organization need to promote #YOTP2023 in your community. Logos, co-branding, social media templates, infographics, shareables, printables, a playlist, promotional videos, and more!
View the Toolkit BELOW
Virginia Year of the Peer 2023
Toolkit contents:
Welcome to the Virtual Home of the Official Year of the Peer 2023 Media and Events Toolkit. Here you will find everything you need to learn more about, understand, celebrate, and promote YOTP2023 as an individual or as part of an organization or community.
- Virginia Year of the Peer Logo with Guide to YOTP Symbols
- Mission, Vision, and Core Values crafted from PRS Feedback
- Virginia YOTP Monthly Guide to Core Values Infographic
- Social Media Resources
- YOTP2023 Backgrounds for Zoom and Teams
- YOTP Printables and Customizables
- YOTP Wearables and Sharables (aka "PEER GEAR")
- "Listen Up... It's YOTP 2023!"
- Podcasts
- Promotional Video
- TikTok
- YOTP2023 Spotify Playlist
- Additional Information
- YOTP Event Mini-Grants
- Virginia Recovery Champions awards
- Events:
- YOTP2023 Kickoff Event (January 19-20)
- YOTP 2023 Statewide Conference (May
- Special Thanks and Contact Information
Logo Features:
Peers, Diversity, Connection, Loyalty, Truth, Justice, Inclusion, Goals, Dreams, Reaching for the Stars, Awareness, Understanding, Bridging Gaps, Spectrum of Recovery, Understanding Between MH and SUD
#YOTP2023
Toolkit
Contents
Mission Statement
Vision statement
CORE VALUES
Written with input and guidance of Peer Recovery Specialists from VCU DBHDS Recovery Leadership Academy, "Be VOCAL" Focus Group event, and Virginia PRS and Stakeholder Roundtable meeting
#YOTP2023
Logo Variations (Branding Kit)
For Font, Color, Resizing, Format/Downloads, or Branding/Co-Branding Questions, please reach out to virginiayotp2023@gmail.com
#YOTP2023
Core Values as Monthly Themes
Monthly Peer Recovery Theme Guide
Celebrating Year of the Peer 2023 all year long! Use this month-by-month list of the #YOTP Core Values to:
- Set goals each month related to each Core Value
- Initiate conversations with colleagues, champions, and community partners
- Use as inspiration for creative email signature blocks, agency newsletter editorials, or social media posts
- Plan events within your organization or community to raise awareness about Year of the Peer and the Initiative's Core Values
- Enhance your individual growth as a Peer Recovery Specialist
- Add richness to your own personal narrative and "elevator pitch"
- Stay focused on the priorities of #YOTP2023
#YOTP2023
Toolkit Contents
(social Media)
Scan the code to the right to join our Virginia Year of the Peer 2023 Facebook group to stay up to date on all events coming your way.
Got your "Elevator Pitch" down for Peer Support, Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC), and Virginia Year of the Peer 2023?
Need some pointers?
Click HERE
Linked In Banner
Make your own Banner supporting Year of the Peer with our customizable LinkedIn Banner Template.
Also find us on Instagram,, Linked in TikTok, YouTube,, and our very own YOTP Website coming in March 2023!
To download any of the Toolkit images for using and/or customizing, hover cursor over image, right-click once, then select "Save image as" and save to the file location you choose.
helpful Hint
YOTP Hashtags
#YOTP2023
#YearofthePeer
#VirginiaYOTP2023
#WeAreTheChampions
#NotAfraid
#BridgesOfUnderstanding
#AMillionDreams
#LeanOnMe
#SkyFullOfStars
#WeAreFamily
#Connection
#OurTimeIsNOW
...Or be inspired and CREATE YOUR OWN and Tag Us!
YOTp Virtual Backgrounds for Zoom, teams, etc.
YEAR OF THE PEER 2023
Sample "Getting to Know Peers" FACEBOOK POST CELEBRATING YOTP
Virginia’s Year of the Peer 2023 Initiative kicks off in just a few short weeks to celebrate the immeasurable value of lived experience as well as honor the achievements and impact of Peer Recovery Specialists across Virginia.
Peers... let’s get to know each other a little better and show FB what being a Recovery Champion looks like! If you are a PRS in Virginia and this resonates with you, feel free to copy/paste the following and repost with your own answers.
- My Name is ______ and I’m a person in long-term Recovery.
- Pronouns:
- Current DBHDS Region/Role:
- Been a Peer since:
- What does my recovery pathway look like? (3 words/phrases):
- Virginia Peer Leaders who inspire me:
- Who was my PRS Trainer?
- Where did I do my 500 hours of supervision?
- Areas of professional Recovery Interest/Specialization:
- How do I advocate for recovery?
- Who is a Champion/Ally for you in my journey or community today?
- Who supports me while I’m supporting others?
- Favorite motivational recovery song:
- Favorite quote:
- Random facts about me:
- Why should we celebrate Year of the Peer?
Spread the word about #YOTP2023 and tag a fellow Virginia Peer Recovery Specialist to join in on the fun.
#WeAretheCHAMPIONS #OurTimeisNOW #NotAfraid #AMillionDreams #LeadWithHope
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pRINTABLES AND CUSTOMIZEABLES
(cREATE YOUR OWN AS WELL USING THE LOGO ABOVE)
Virginia YOTP
Co-Branding
Add your own organization's logo alongside ours to create custom banners, flyers, etc. for your org or event. Logo is available in multiple color variations to accommodate your budget & vision.
Virginia YOTP PHOTO/SELFIE FRAME
Easily Download the image on the right above to create your own customized YOTP profile photo like the one on the left.
Virginia YOTP EMAIL SIGNATURE
Customize the look of your email communications with a YOTP Signature Block in Card Format. Email Header/Banner also available.
Virginia YOTP
MONTHLY PLAN/GOALS
Printable Goals Sheet to keep you on track with Year of the Peer all year long. #YOTP2023 Calendar Template also available.
For more on Virginia Year of the Peer events such as the Kickoff Event or Mid-Year Conference, check the YOTP Eventbrite page here.
Virginia YOTP
CONFERENCE/EVENT TICKETS
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"Peer Gear"
(Examples of items you can create using the YOTP logos)
Over 80% of Peers surveyed at Be VOCAL indicated they would love a t-shirt to represent YOTP.
Virginia YOTP
stickers
High-quality round adhesive stickers to Personalize anything... from laptops to notebooks to your vehicle.
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T-shirts
Virginia YOTP Water Bottles
Stay hydrated and motivated with this awesome stainless steel water bottle.
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Baseball t-shirts
One of limitless items you can design yourself and purchase from a Print-On-Demand company. Co-Brand with your logo for your own event.
Virginia YOTP Coffee/Travel Mugs
Where there's recovery, there's often coffee... take whatever warm beverage on-the-go in style.
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tote bags
You know you can picture yourself strolling into the office with all your items in here. P.S.- This image is also able to be used as a Zoom Background! You're welcome.
#YOTP2023
Toolkit Contents
(Listen up, it's year of the Peer!)
YOTP Podcast episodes
If you have a podcast, blog, vlog (video blog), etc. and want to discuss and/or promote Virginia Year of the Peer 2023, please reach out for more information.
YOTP Promotional Videos
Videos created by Blueberry Shoes Productions and will be posted here in several formats (promotional, educational, etc) and will be subtitled in Spanish and English versions.
The Connection (Virginia Year of the Peer Newsletter)
To read the latest edition of "The Connection",
YOTP 2023
Spotify Playlist
Songs to inspire and motivate Peers
Virginia peers know how impactful music can be as a driving force in our recovery and wellness. Check out this awesome playlist and be inspired. Whether it's songs by artists in recovery, songs about mental health, family, or just classic tunes that get stuck in our heads and put a spring in our step, here's some peer-curated tunes to get you ready for VIRGINIA'S YEAR OF THE PEER 2023.
To suggest a song that inspires or motivates you as a peer, fill out this google form link and tell us all about it!
Additional Information on Virginia Year of the Peer 2023
Year of the Peer Mini-grants
DBHDS will be supporting multiple organizations in all Regions across Virginia with grant awards to host local or regional YOTP Promo Events to get the word out about the Initiative. More information will be released at the YOTP Kickoff Conference in January
YOTP Mini-Grants
Virginia peer of the year 2023 "Champions of Recovery" Awards
We all know that every Peer is deserving of accolades for their accomplishments. But we also know that in every community, there are certain Pees and organizations who go above and beyond to truly exemplify the Core Values of Year of the Peer 2023. Stay tuned for more information on how to nominate a Peer Recovery Specialist, Recovery Champion(s), or Organizations.
Recovery Champion Awards
Special Thanks goes to:
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CONFERENCE
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Virginia Year of the Peer
MAY Midyear Conference
May 22nd and 23rd, 2023
Hosted by DBHDS Office of Recovery Services,
Roads to Recovery and Vocal Virginia
Registration is scheduled to open on
April 1st
on the official YOTP Website
Stay tuned to the ORS Flash, DBHDS Office of Recovery Services Website,
and The Connection newsletter for additional information!