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This is the official page for NAMI, the nation’s largest grassroots organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. We respect a variety of perspectives and intend to cultivate opinions, experiences, and thoughts related to mental illness and mental health. To ensure that this remains an open and encouraging community, we abide by

Facebook's Community Standards, found at https://www.facebook.com/communitystandards. In addition, personal attacks and hate speech of any kind will not be tolerated. NAMI reserves the right to hide any comments we deem offensive and block anyone violating the rules of conduct.

Mental health stigma isolates – but you can be the change. By sharing your story, you create connections with others who...
05/31/2026

Mental health stigma isolates – but you can be the change. By sharing your story, you create connections with others who are now learning how they are not alone with their experience.

On this last day of Mental Health Awareness Month, remember how cultivating a community of support can start with a simple text to a friend and grow into finding other people who share your passion in breaking the stigma and raising awareness of mental health. Find this community at your local NAMI today: nami.org/findsupport

Our NAMI HelpLine is here for you as a source of peer -support those difficult moments when you feel alone. Learn more about how the NAMI HelpLine can help you today: nami.org/helpline

Day 3 at NAMICon — and what a way to close out the conference.Today focused on where mental health advocacy, research, l...
05/30/2026

Day 3 at NAMICon — and what a way to close out the conference.

Today focused on where mental health advocacy, research, lived experience and community go from here.

On the main stage:
– Dr. Deanna Kelly’s closing plenary explored the future of mental healthcare, research, innovation, and the importance of connecting science with the real experiences of individuals and families
– Conversations throughout the day reinforced the importance of advocacy, collaboration and continuing to build systems of care rooted in connection and support

Across the conference:
– Attendees reflected on lessons learned and conversations that will continue long after NAMICon ends
– Community spaces continued to foster connection, encouragement and shared purpose
– Advocates, caregivers, providers, families and people with lived experience came together around one shared goal: improving mental health for all

What makes NAMICon special is not just what happens on stage — it’s what happens between sessions, in conversations, in community and in the moments where people realize they are not alone.

Thank you to everyone who made meaningful.

See you in Washington, DC for .

This , we're spotlighting organizations working to support the mental health of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pa...
05/30/2026

This , we're spotlighting organizations working to support the mental health of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.

Whether you're seeking culturally responsive care, community-specific education, or youth-driven advocacy—these resources are here to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered.

Find what speaks to you. Share with someone who may need it. And remember: you're not alone in this journey.

Final day of NAMICon.Grateful for the conversations, community and connections built over the past few days — and lookin...
05/30/2026

Final day of NAMICon.

Grateful for the conversations, community and connections built over the past few days — and looking forward to one final day together.

Day 2 at NAMICon.Today centered on lived experience, storytelling and the power of using your voice to create change.On ...
05/30/2026

Day 2 at NAMICon.

Today centered on lived experience, storytelling and the power of using your voice to create change.

On the main stage:
– Singer-songwriter Carnie Wilson led a conversation on living with tardive dyskinesia (TD), bringing together perspectives from lived experience, peer support and community care, including voices from NAMI Colorado
– Actor and musician Joshua Bassett spoke openly about identity, pressure, recovery and the importance of authenticity and asking for support

Across the conference:
– Attendees shared their own stories and perspectives
– Conversations challenged stigma and encouraged openness
– Community spaces continued to foster connection, healing and support

When people share their stories, it creates space for others to feel seen — and sometimes to share their own.

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05/30/2026

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What we’re hearing today: - Stories that challenge stigma. - Voices that inspire change. More to come.
05/29/2026

What we’re hearing today:

- Stories that challenge stigma.
- Voices that inspire change.

More to come.

What kind of actions can your story inspire, for both yourself and others? With NAMI, there are many ways your can trans...
05/29/2026

What kind of actions can your story inspire, for both yourself and others?

With NAMI, there are many ways your can translate your story into building community and creating support. Learn more today:

- nami.org/advocacy
- nami.org/volunteer
- nami.org/namiwalks

Day 2 of NAMICon — and the energy is building. After an incredible kickoff, today brings even more powerful voices and c...
05/29/2026

Day 2 of NAMICon — and the energy is building.

After an incredible kickoff, today brings even more powerful voices and conversations.

On the main stage:
– Carnie Wilson shares her story and advocacy journey
– Joshua Bassett joins for a conversation on identity, pressure and finding your voice

Across the conference, today is about:
– Lived experience leading the way
– Conversations that challenge stigma
– Moments of connection that remind us why this work matters

We’ll also be sharing more from around NAMICon — from community spaces to the moments that make this experience unforgettable.

Stay with us throughout the day.

What a start! Today set the tone with powerful conversations about identity, belonging and what it means to show up full...
05/29/2026

What a start!

Today set the tone with powerful conversations about identity, belonging and what it means to show up fully — for ourselves and for each other.

On the main stage:
– Blake Mycoskie shared a deeply personal perspective on success, pressure and self-acceptance

- Dr. Alfiee reminded us that supporting youth mental health starts with everyday care, connection and intention

– NAMI’s Dr. Christine Crawford and Dan Gillison were joined by NAMI Ambassadors Shameik Moore and Da'Vinchi and Dr. Anthony Estreet from the National Association of Social Workers. They had powerful conversation on Black men’s mental health, creating space for honesty, reflection and shared healing.

Learn more at nami.org/chea

Across NAMICon, we saw:
– People connecting in hallways and shared spaces
– Moments of reflection, including the candlelight vigil
– Community spaces filled with conversation, support and understanding

And this is just the beginning.

More tomorrow.

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