[…] Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month by the U.S. House of Representatives in honor of the leading African American novelist and journalist, who sought to eliminate stigma among diverse communities. In the wake of both the pandemic and racial violence, there’s the potential for an increase in the number of people impacted […]
[…] and the recipients. Rona and Ken Purdy Award for Distinguished Service: This award recognizes the sustained contributions of an individual or organization to raise public awareness, reduce stigma and advance our mission to build better lives for people with mental illness and their families. Joshua A. Gordon, M.D., Ph.D., Director, National Institute of Mental […]
[…] family,” said Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., NAMI CEO. “He brings a depth of knowledge and understanding to many core NAMI issues, including improving access to care, reducing stigma and suicide prevention. His previous experience positions him well as an asset for implementing NAMI’s strategic goals. We look forward to working with Sherman to advance […]
[…] NAMI New Hampshire Rona and Ken Purdy Award to End Discrimination: This award recognizes the sustained contributions of an individual or organization to raise public awareness, reduce stigma and advance our mission to build better lives for people with mental illness and their families. D. Brian Hufford, Partner, Zuckerman Spaeder, LLP Sam Cochran Criminal […]
[…] case following a mass shooting. Pointing to mental illness doesn’t get us closer as a nation to solving the problem and doing so leads to discrimination and stigma against those with mental illness — who are more likely to be victims of violence than perpetrators. People across the globe live with mental illness, but […]
[…] response generally. Kim Jones, Executive Director, NAMI Georgia Rona and Ken Purdy Award to End Discrimination: Honors an individual or organization that has raised public awareness, reduced stigma and advanced our mission to build better lives for people with mental illness and their families. Hugh Brady, Director, NAMI Illinois Sam Cochran Criminal Justice Award: […]
[…] mental illness are far more likely to be victims of violence than perpetrators, and pointing to mental illness as the cause of gun violence perpetuates discrimination and stigma that discourages people from seeking help. We must be cautious in how we discuss and address the causes of gun violence. We should be making mental […]
[…] light. The new podcast will focus on one of NAMI’s essential values — hope: Hope starts with us sharing our stories. Hope starts with us breaking the stigma. Hope starts with us sharing resources and practical advice. The podcast, with episodes released every other Wednesday, is available on many major directories and players, including […]
[…] groups to ensure that no one feels alone. NAMI will continue to work with our longstanding, generous donors, partners and advocates to create a world free of stigma and discrimination against mental illness — a world where everyone has access to quality mental health care. The National Alliance on Mental Illness is […]
[…] we’re not only honoring Bebe Moore Campbell’s legacy, but we’re also working to empower, uplift and elevate historically underrepresented communities in their mental health journeys, while eradicating stigma.” Culturally Relevant Mental Health Resources: A Beacon of Hope NAMI is building on Campbell’s work with culturally relevant mental health resources and providing support and education […]
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