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Silent No More Team had the honor of being invited to Gloucester High School to speak with students and staff about the realities facing today’s youth. What we encountered was more than just a presentation—it was a moment of connection, awareness, and truth.

There are moments in this work that remind us exactly why we refuse to stay silent. The rise of xylazine—a veterinary sedative never meant for human consumption—is no longer a distant issue. It is here. It is spreading. And it is costing lives. The Combating Illicit Xylazine Act  represents a critical step forward. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation aims to classify xylazine as a Schedule III controlled substance, strengthening oversight and accountability while preservin

When people talk about incarceration, the conversation usually centers on sentencing, punishment, and time served. Far less attention is given to what happens after someone walks out the prison gates.

2 End The Stigma honors Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne Youngkin for their leadership and partnership in raising awareness about substance use disorder and fentanyl prevention.

2 End The Stigma meets with DEA leadership and the Office of National Drug Control Policy to expand national efforts in addressing substance use disorder and supporting families.

Last week, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) announced the expansion of its Fentanyl College Ambassador Program — an initiative that empowers students to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and provide support and resources on campus.

A heartfelt look at how a Manhattan Beach holiday tradition became part of 2 End The Stigma’s mission, honoring Scott and uplifting community healing and hope.

The 5th Annual Fairways for Scott teed off on October 23, 2025, to a beautiful yet brisk morning at the lovely Independence Golf Course. The day began as our awesome volunteers, vendors, and golf course crew greeted 72 golfers for a fun-filled time with games, prizes, great golf, and as always, information about the recovery world and how we are all a part of it. As always, our participants enjoyed a variety of on-course games including Blackjack, Cornhole, the Longest Drive

A historic Purdue settlement brings accountability and hope. 2 End The Stigma helped lead the fight. Now we turn this moment into real commu

We’re thrilled to announce our first-ever 2 End The Stigma Pickleball Tournament, happening Friday, November 29, 2025!

2 End The Stigma was honored to serve as a proud sponsor of the Annual Rams in Recovery – Recovery Clubhouse Scholars Breakfast 2025 at Virginia Commonwealth University.

2 End The Stigma Founder/CEO Jill Cichowicz shared our mission during Virginia First Lady Suzanne Youngkin’s visit to Chesterfield Recovery Academy. The day honored recovery, highlighted community partnerships, and reinforced the importance of supporting young people in their journey to healing. 💜

Grief and trauma often feel like barriers to effective leadership. Yet, in a recent episode of the podcast Leading the Way in RVA, Jill Cichowicz and KC Long reveal how these difficult experiences can shape leaders in powerful ways. Their conversation dives deep into how personal loss, substance use struggles, and resilience influence leadership styles and effectiveness. This blog post explores their insights, focusing on vulnerability, community, and advocacy as essential le

2 End The Stigma Founder/CEO Jill Cichowicz joined national, state, and local leaders at a Joint HHS/SAMHSA symposium focused on comprehensive, community-driven strategies to combat addiction and overdose across Central Appalachia.

The summer heat was in full force at this year’s Community Day at Fort Clifton Park in Colonial Heights on June 29, but so was the heart, energy, and determination of the incredible volunteers who make events like ours possible! With fantastic music from the talented RVA DJ Sandman, adorable and fun balloon art by the always-entertaining Mike Klee, and a visit from Kona Ice and Cafe 804 to help beat the heat, the day was packed with fun and connection.

2 End The Stigma Rams in Recovery – VCU 2025 Research to Recovery Conference

On April 29, 2025, history was made in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Governor Glenn Youngkin officially declared Fentanyl Awareness Day, marking a critical moment in the fight against the opioid epidemic. We were beyond honored that our Founder and CEO, Jill Cichowicz, was invited to participate in this powerful and deeply personal day of action, advocacy, and progress.

Our Founder and CEO, Jill Cichowicz, had the powerful opportunity to speak at Baskerville Correctional Center, where she shared Scott’s stor

We are incredibly proud to share that our Founder and CEO, Jill Cichowicz, was recently featured in a powerful BBC News documentary highligh

The 8th Annual A Night For Scott was an unforgettable evening that brought together community members, supporters, and sponsors for a night