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From Hopelessness to Empowerment: My Ingredients to Recovery
A big step in my journey was sharing my story with Dr. Ken Duckworth for NAMI’s upcoming book, “You Are Not Alone.” -
NAMI Raises Awareness for Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
This July, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) honors Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month — designated in 2008 by the U.S. House of Representatives — by advocating for underserved groups to have early access to quality mental health care. -
Letter to Congressional Committee Leadership on Maternal Mental Health
Letter to Senate HELP and House E&C leadership, urging the inclusion of three pieces of maternal mental health legislation within the upcoming mental health packages to address maternal mental health and substance use disorders impacting individuals during pregnancy and the first year following childbirth. -
Erasing Mental Health Stigma in the Black Community
We must do better and be better when it comes to supporting other Black people living with mental illnesses. -
Regulatory Comment to HHS Secretary on Medicaid & Criminal Justice
Regulatory comments to HHS Secretary Becerra, commenting on the Massachusetts Medicaid proposal that would extend postpartum Medicaid coverage; expanding Medicaid coverage and services for justice-involved individuals; and continue and expand support for the behavioral health workforce. -
Register for Live Virtual Town Hall with NAMI and The Steve Fund
Our panel of experts and advocates will share insights on mental health and mental illnesses in communities of color in the context of structural inequities, the pandemic and the economic crisis. -
Letter to Congressional Leadership on Maternal Mental Health
Letter to Congressional Leadership, expressing support for the maternal health provisions included in the House Energy & Commerce Committee print of the Build Back Better Act and urging Congress to swiftly enact these provisions. -
What Bebe Moore Campbell’s Legacy Means to Me
What started as advocacy for one, turned to advocacy for so many. It’s part of why she continues to be an inspiration to me and so many others today.
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Addressing the Increased Risk of Postpartum Depression for Black Women
Accessing treatment that includes cultural understanding is critical in improving the health outcomes for Black mothers. -
Register for NAMI Ask the Expert: Promoting Mental Health Equity in Black Churches
NAMI Ask the Expert welcomes Dr. Sidney Hankerson who will explore how expanding access to mental health care and supports through partnerships with faith-based organizations can promote mental health equity and integrate cultural preferences.