Mike Barry

People Advocating Recovery

Mike Barry is an individual in long-term recovery whose dynamic leadership has had a significant impact on destigmatizing addiction across Kentucky.

Mike helped grow People Advocating Recovery (PAR), a nonprofit committed to mobilizing, organizing, training and rallying people in recovery and their allies, from a group of five hardworking individuals to a 5,000-member, statewide organization. He also spearheaded the creation of PAR’s Advocacy Training Center to help spread the message of recovery through public policy and legislation.

Mike recently announced his retirement but will continue to serve as chairman of the board for PAR and support the group’s ongoing efforts and initiatives. Before his work as a recovery advocate, Mike enjoyed a distinguished career in broadcast news and has used those talents to share his journey in recovery.