Luke Sikinyi is the Vice President of Public Policy at the Alliance for Rights and Recovery, where he leads state and federal advocacy efforts to advance community-based mental health and substance use services. His work focuses on promoting policies that protect rights, expand voluntary supports, and improve the overall behavioral health system to better serve all people. Luke has extensive experience in policy development, legislative advocacy, and coalition building, working closely with lawmakers, providers, and community stakeholders to translate on-the-ground needs into actionable policy solutions. He is a strong advocate for peer-led services, criminal justice reform, Housing First, and alternatives to coercive or institutional approaches, emphasizing recovery, dignity, and choice. He brings a strong commitment to bridging practice and policy, ensuring that systems are shaped by the voices and experiences of the people they serve.