Press Releases

Bipartisan Majority Says House-Passed Budget Resolution Would Worsen Health Outcomes as NAMI Urges: “Protect Medicaid. Protect Mental Health.” Arlington, VA — Americans are deeply and overwhelmingly opposed to slashing funding for Medicaid, according to new polling data released today by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Seven in ten Americans, including a majority across […]

Trigger warning: this news item contains mention of self-harm and suicide. A recent Dear Abby column highlights the vital role of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in providing support for individuals facing mental health challenges. The letter comes from a father whose 38-year-old daughter attempted suicide and was subsequently abandoned by her fiancé […]

Arlington, VA — Today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) plan to reorganize the agency and make major staff and structural changes that would impact our national efforts to address America’s mental health, suicide, and substance use crises. […]

Arlington, VA — Today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released the following statement following several news reports that the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency (SAMHSA) could be facing a staff reduction of 50 percent or more in the immediate future. NAMI CEO Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. said: “Our country is in […]

Even with mental health benefits, employees worry about sharing concerns Arlington, VA – The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today released its second annual poll measuring employees’ and managers’ sentiments about mental health at work. The Ipsos-conducted survey of full-time employees at companies with 100+ workers revealed that the workforce values workplace mental health […]

Arlington, VA — Today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released the following statement from Chief Executive Officer Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., following the U.S. House of Representatives advancing a budget resolution that could lead to drastic cuts to Medicaid, putting mental health care at risk for millions of Americans: “The House took the first […]

Arlington, VA — This week, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) announced that the NAMI HelpLine received accreditation from the International Council for Helplines (ICH), highlighting NAMI’s dedication to providing exceptional support, information, and resources to those seeking help. This recognition reinforces the HelpLine’s essential role in supporting individuals navigating mental health challenges across the nation. “We’re incredibly honored […]

Introduced the Week of the Big Game in New Orleans Arlington, VA – The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and Hall of Fame NFL Quarterback Dan Marino have announced a dynamic collaboration to advance mental health awareness, prevention, and access to resources for student-athletes, HBCU campuses, and faith leaders. The campaign will debut during […]

NAMI’s Third Partnership with a Divine Nine Organization Arlington, VA — Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated, one of the nation’s leading African American sororities and The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the largest grassroots mental health organization are announcing a historic partnership to advance mental health awareness and support in the Black community as […]

Arlington, VA — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is pleased to announce that Mike Wood has joined the organization as its new Chief Operating Officer. This appointment comes as part of NAMI’s continued focus on enhancing its operational excellence and achieving its long-term goals in alignment with its strategic plan. “Mike’s expertise in […]