NAMI Illinois

NAMI Illinois NAMI Illinois is the not-for-profit statewide organization of the National Alliance on Mental Illness

With more than 210,000 members, NAMI (the National Alliance on Mental Illness)
is the nation's leading grassroots advocacy organization solely dedicated to
improving the quality of life for individuals living with mental illnesses and their
families.

Thank you to Root Port IT Solutions for being the first sponsor for our 2026 NAMI Illinois Annual Statewide Conference!S...
06/10/2026

Thank you to Root Port IT Solutions for being the first sponsor for our 2026 NAMI Illinois Annual Statewide Conference!

Support from organizations like Root Port IT Solutions makes this event possible: bringing together advocates, mental health professionals, individuals with lived experience, family members, and community leaders from across Illinois to connect, learn, and strengthen our collective work.

We are grateful for your partnership and your investment in mental health across our state.

Want to support NAMI Illinois while amplifying your organization's reach? Learn about conference sponsorship opportunities at namiillinois.org/conferencesponsors.

This month's Affiliate Spotlight shines on NAMI Lake County Illinois.Serving residents throughout Lake County, NAMI Lake...
06/10/2026

This month's Affiliate Spotlight shines on NAMI Lake County Illinois.

Serving residents throughout Lake County, NAMI Lake County provides free mental health education, support, and advocacy programs that help individuals and families navigate their mental health journeys while building stronger, more connected communities.

Through peer-led support groups, educational programs, and community outreach efforts, NAMI Lake County continues to be a trusted resource for those seeking hope, understanding, and support.

We're proud to highlight NAMI Illinois Board Members Gia Washington and Jennifer Wojcikowski of Sertoma Star Services fo...
06/09/2026

We're proud to highlight NAMI Illinois Board Members Gia Washington and Jennifer Wojcikowski of Sertoma Star Services for their recent conversation on mental health, su***de prevention, and first responder family wellness.

馃帶 Watch the podcast: https://youtu.be/8sXyQzjtb6s?si=wL5B3l74TbYMBSjR

Learn more about the June 12 Responding First to Each Other event: https://sertomastar.org/wellness-event/

Thank you, Gia and Jennifer, for your leadership and advocacy.

Happy Pride Month from NAMI Illinois! 馃寛Today and every day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of ...
06/08/2026

Happy Pride Month from NAMI Illinois! 馃寛

Today and every day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals and communities across Illinois and beyond.

Pride is a time to honor authenticity, amplify voices, and continue working toward a future where everyone can access affirming mental health care, supportive communities, and the opportunity to thrive.

Together, we can help create a world where every person feels seen, valued, and supported.

The call for presentation proposals for the 2026 NAMI Illinois State Conference is now open through June 11!We are looki...
06/05/2026

The call for presentation proposals for the 2026 NAMI Illinois State Conference is now open through June 11!

We are looking for engaging presentations that inspire action, elevate diverse voices, and help reimagine community care across Illinois.

Whether you bring lived experience, innovative ideas, professional expertise, or a vision for change, your perspective matters.

Join the conversation and help shape the future of mental health support in our communities.

Submit your proposal through the link in bio.

The call for presentation proposals for the 2026 NAMI Illinois State Conference is officially open through June 11 at mi...
06/05/2026

The call for presentation proposals for the 2026 NAMI Illinois State Conference is officially open through June 11 at midnight!

This year鈥檚 conference, Bridging Gaps by Reimagining Community Care, will bring together advocates, professionals, individuals with lived experience, family members, youth, and community leaders from across Illinois to shape the future of mental health support and care.

We are seeking engaging and inspiring presentations that elevate diverse voices, real world experiences, innovative ideas, and meaningful change. If you have a perspective, program, story, or solution that can help strengthen mental health support in our communities, we encourage you to submit a proposal.

Join us on October 23 and 24 at Benedictine University. Your voice matters and your expertise can help move the conversation forward.

Submit your proposal here: https://namiillinois.org/get-involved/2026conference/2026proposals/

Meaningful conversations, innovative programs, and a shared commitment to mental health for all. 馃挋At , it was an honor ...
05/30/2026

Meaningful conversations, innovative programs, and a shared commitment to mental health for all. 馃挋
At , it was an honor for NAMI Illinois to connect with NAMI National leaders and partners advancing Chai & Chat, Sharing Hope, Sacred Circle, and Men鈥檚 Mental Health initiatives. Together, we鈥檙e building stronger communities, reducing stigma, and creating spaces where everyone can find connection, support, and hope.

The NAMI Illinois team had a blast at this week! Thanks for having us, 馃挌
05/29/2026

The NAMI Illinois team had a blast at this week! Thanks for having us, 馃挌

Today members of our NAMI Illinois alliance gathered at to meet new colleagues, share ideas, and grow relationships be...
05/28/2026

Today members of our NAMI Illinois alliance gathered at to meet new colleagues, share ideas, and grow relationships between affiliates. Thank you to all who joined us!
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Thank you to everyone who participated in our Mental Health Awareness Month campaign! Your support, engagement, and will...
05/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Mental Health Awareness Month campaign!

Your support, engagement, and willingness to help raise awareness around mental health make a meaningful difference.

Together, we are helping reduce stigma, encourage conversation, and remind people that they are not alone.

Thank you for being part of this important movement toward understanding, hope, and connection!
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隆Gracias a todas las personas que participaron en nuestra campa帽a del Mes de la Concientizaci贸n sobre la Salud Mental!

Su apoyo, compromiso y disposici贸n para ayudar a crear conciencia sobre la salud mental marcan una diferencia significativa.

Juntos estamos ayudando a reducir el estigma, fomentar la conversaci贸n y recordarles a las personas que no est谩n solas.

隆Gracias por ser parte de este importante movimiento hacia la comprensi贸n, la esperanza y la conexi贸n!

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