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Fight Stigma: Become A StigmaBuster!

What is NAMI StigmaBusters?

NAMI StigmaBusters is a network of dedicated advocates across the country and around the world who seek to fight inaccurate and hurtful representations of mental illness.

Whether these images are found in TV, film, print, or other media, StigmaBusters speak out and challenge stereotypes. They seek to educate society about the reality of mental illness and the courageous struggles faced by consumers and families every day. StigmaBusters' goal is to break down the barriers of ignorance, prejudice, or unfair discrimination by promoting education, understanding, and respect.

Each month, close to 20,000 advocates receive a NAMI StigmaBusters Alert, and it is read by countless others around the world online. Send it to your own personal and professional networks.

Numbers do count, so let your voice be heard.

Questions? Contact: smarch@nami.org

Join StigmaBusters

Sign up to receive NAMI's StigmaBuster Alerts
Browse the StigmaBuster Alerts Archive

Learn More About Fighting Stigma

Find out more about NAMI StigmaBusters and how you can report stigma
Download StigmaBuster materials

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Access More Anti-Stigma Resources

Discover In Our Own Voice, a powerful anti-stigma tool to change hearts, minds, and attitudes about mental illness
Visit The ADS Center, the Resource Center to Address Discrimination and Stigma established by the federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Learn about the Campaign for Mental Health Recovery sponsored by SAMHSA and the U.S. Ad Council

Current StigmaBuster Alert

Read the most recent StigmaBuster alert below, browse the StigmaBuster Alerts Archive, or subscribe to have StigmaBuster alerts e-mailed to you.

Join NAMI today!

When you become a member of NAMI, you become part of America's largest grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with serious mental illness. And now you can join online.