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Use ready-to-share messages and graphics to help more people understand the needs of children affected by addiction.
Get Social Media ResourcesAn international week of awareness and hope
February 8–14, 2026
Children affected by parental addiction often struggle in silence. COA Awareness Week helps caring adults recognize what children may be carrying, share messages that reduce shame, and connect families with support.
Some children find a supportive adult who helps protect them from the worst effects of family addiction. Others believe the situation is their fault or that it is their job to fix the person they love. Every child deserves accurate information, a safe person to talk with, and the hope that life can be different.
About 10% to 15% of the world’s children live with at least one parent with a substance use disorder. During COA Awareness Week, every informed adult can help replace isolation with understanding and hope.
Start where you are
You do not need to lead a large campaign to make a difference. Choose the action that fits your school, workplace, faith community, organization, or personal network.
Use ready-to-share messages and graphics to help more people understand the needs of children affected by addiction.
Get Social Media ResourcesInvite a city, county, or state leader to officially recognize COA Awareness Week.
Use the Proclamation GuideShare practical resources with educators, caregivers, counselors, health professionals, and other caring adults.
Browse Educational ResourcesLearn from professionals and advocates through recordings from the 2026 COA Speaker Series.
Watch the SeriesBring people together for a discussion, training, resource table, or local awareness activity.
Talk With NACoAUse NACoA items to make the campaign visible and open conversations in your community.
Visit the Store“Now I know it’s not my fault. I didn’t cause my mom’s drinking, and I can still be okay.”Ten-year-old child
“Despite my father’s drinking, I’ve been blessed with the help of many caring adults who have made a difference in my life.”Teen whose father died from alcohol use disorder
Free information to share
Choose the resource that matches the person or community you want to reach. These materials can support conversations during COA Awareness Week and throughout the year.
Download the flyer, choose one way to participate, and share a resource with someone who can help a child feel seen and supported.
COA Awareness Week is an international campaign that brings attention to children affected by parental addiction and helps communities share understanding, resources, and hope.
COA Awareness Week 2026 is February 8–14, 2026.
Individuals, schools, treatment and recovery organizations, faith communities, workplaces, healthcare professionals, government leaders, and other caring adults can participate.
You can share campaign materials, request a proclamation, educate your community, watch the speaker series, host an event, or use campaign merchandise to start conversations.
This page includes the 2026 campaign flyer, social media materials, proclamation guidance, videos, and free educational resources for children and caring adults.
