Iowa Healthiest State Initiative

05/29/2026

One of the main things to take away from is that no matter what you are going through you aren't alone. Things do get better and there are resources that can help you manage mental illness symptoms. The world needs you!💚🤝

https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/make-it-ok-mental-health-awareness-month

05/29/2026

As we approach the end of we want to say thank you to the sponsors who made the work of possible this month!

A HUGE thank you to UnityPoint Health, F&G, Athene, Bank Iowa, Iowa Specialty Hospitals & Clinics, and MidAmerican Energy for their dedication to reducing mental illness stigma and their belief in our work across Iowa! 💚💪

https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/make-it-ok-mental-health-awareness-month

05/27/2026

! 70-90% of mental illness symptoms can be reduced with a treatment plan. Having a mental illness doesn't mean you have no hope of a better tomorrow. 💚🧠

When you feel like you or a love one needs help, you can always call or text 988 for the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline to get 24/7 support!

https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/make-it-ok-mental-health-awareness-month

05/27/2026

The Healthiest State Initiative Board just got a little bigger! We are excited to announce Keith Clasen, Department Administrative Officer at University of Iowa Health Care as our newest board member! Learn more and hear from Keith and our Executive Director, Jami Haberl, below.

The Healthiest State Initiative is pleased to welcome Keith Clasen to its Board of Directors. Clasen serves as a Department Administrative Officer at UI Health Care, bringing extensive experience in human resources, leadership, and organizational development practices.

05/24/2026

Our calendar has a summer full of events for Iowans to find and enjoy in their communities across the state with more being added every week!💪📆

Check it out below and submit YOUR event that promotes physical, social and mental wellbeing of Iowans for HSI endorsement!

Calendar of Events Featured Events: Mental Health Awareness MonthMay 2026 View 16th Annual Healthiest State WalkOctober 7, 2026 View 2027 Healthiest State ConferenceApril 2027 View 2026 Healthiest State Annual AwardsSpring 2026 View Choose a date to view events, or scroll down to see events in order...

05/23/2026

Many mental illnesses are much more common than people think. Learn about the most common mental illnesses and the symptoms they cause in our Make It OK video series!🧠

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05/23/2026

Our work to reduce stigma through doesn't start and end with Mental Health Awareness Month, join the movement year round!💚

Take the Make It OK Pledge to show your support and to stay up to date on our efforts to reduce stigma across Iowa and how you can be apart of the change in your community.

Make It OK is a community campaign to reduce stigma in Iowa by starting conversations and increasing understanding about mental illness. Join the movement!

05/22/2026

, did you know 1 in 3 young adults (18–25) will experience a mental illness?
When it impacts so many of us, it’s more important than ever to talk openly about mental health and reduce stigma. 💚

https://www.iowahealthieststate.com/make-it-ok-mental-health-awareness-month

05/22/2026

Today marks the 3 year work anniversary of our Healthy Incentives Director, Jazzmine Brooks!🥳🎉

Jazzmine leads our Double Up Food Bucks program and has overseen countless program milestones and achievements since joining the team in 2023 including the launch of online sign up and expansion to stores and markets across the state. We're thankful for not only her leadership and creativity, but her sense of humor that's always sure to spice up our team's meetings!

Happy anniversary, Jazzmine! 🙌

05/22/2026

Get ready to embark on an exciting adventure with the Choose Iowa Passport! 🗺📍

The Choose Iowa Passport, is a a free, interactive digital platform designed to help Iowans and visitors find farms and farm stands, orchards, you-pick opportunities, farm-to-table dining and restaurants, farmers markets, and even boutique shops featuring locally-sourced Iowa products including Iowa raised meats.

Learn more below!

Embark on your Choose Iowa Passport Adventure Get ready to embark on an exciting adventure with the Choose Iowa Passport!