NAMI News

NAMI is teaming up with health organizations to urge the Oct. 9 presidential debate moderators—CNN’s Anderson Cooper and ABC’s Martha Raddatz—to ask a question about mental health. Read and share our letter to help us accomplish this goal.

NAMI is calling for legislation to ensure enforcement of the 2008 federal mental health insurance "parity" law and expanded coverage under the 2009 Affordable Care Act.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), in partnership with The Jed Foundation (JED), today released “Starting the Conversation: College and Your Mental Health,” a guide to help students and parents talk about mental health.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), in partnership with The Jed Foundation (JED), today released “Starting the Conversation: College and Your Mental Health,” a guide to help students and parents talk about mental health.

The Beacon Bike Ride is a 2,000 mile ride from Boston to Miami that aims to raise awareness and reduce mental health stigma. 

NAMI CEO, Mary Giliberti offered a positive statement regarding the new Chief Medical Officer of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. 

Watch NAMI's SAMHSA-sponsored webinar on financing the start-up and operation of First Episode Psychosis (FEP) programs.

NAMI and NAMI Greater Houston have issued a letter to The Honorable Devon Anderson, Harris County District Attorney in Texas, calling for an immediate and thorough independent investigation of the egregious treatment of “Jane Doe,” a woman diagnosed with bipolar disorder who was the victim of an aggravated rape. 

NAMI is excited to announce the launch of our newest report, “Engagement: A New Standard for Mental Health Care.” As an organization of individuals with mental health conditions and their families, NAMI knows that the U.S. system of mental health care is failing to engage many people who seek help.

The Board of Directors has elected Steve Pitman of Orange County, California as board president of the national organization.