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Saturday, June 14
Tomorrowland Today:
Making Recovery Real
The 2008 NAMI National Convention continued today in Orlando, FL.
On day two, NAMI family members, consumers, providers, and advocates rallied around common interests and goals though a series of Special Interest Networking Meetings, such as:
Meanwhile, a Special Needs planning seminar addressed long-term financial strategies for families living with mental illness.
The highlight of the afternoon was the opening plenary: Treatment Not Jail. Judge Steven Leifman was the featured speaker.
Other events included a workshop on the importance of peer-run services for system transformation, presented by the STAR Center, the opening of the exhibit hall, and the always entertaining open mic talent showcase.
Saturday's Awards:
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
Judge Steven Leifman
SAM COCHRAN CRIMINAL JUSTICE AWARD
Lt. Deanne Adams (CIT Orlando, FL)
View photos of Saturday's activities
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