In Our Own Voice

What is NAMI In Our Own Voice?

A 60 minute presentation that aims to change the attitudes, assumptions and stereotypes about people with mental health conditions
Available free of charge to the audience.
Presenters with mental health conditions share their personal stories, including what happened, what helps and what's next
Features a live presentation combined with a DVD that's shown at intervals throughout the presentation that includes people from diverse backgrounds sharing the impact of and recovery from mental health conditions
Presenters engage the audience in a discussion on each topic that's discussed during the presentation
Presenters are trained to customize their presentation for various audiences
NAMI In Our Own Voice presenters do not recommend or endorse any medications or other medical therapies
NAMI In Our Own Voice is copyrighted

What are the goals of the NAMI In Our Own Voice presentations?

Give audience members a chance to ask presenters questions, allowing for a deeper understanding of mental health conditions
Dispel stereotypes and misconceptions
Audience members leave with an understanding that every person with a mental health condition can hope for a brighter future
Provide information on how to learn more about mental health and get involved with the mental health community

What are people saying about NAMI In Our Own Voice?

"Amazing presentation with amazing presenters! You 100% erased any stigma I used to associate with mental illness."
"I learned more about mental health conditions from these generous people than any book I have read."
"Several of the mental health staff stated that they saw recovery as a real option, for the first time ever."

What is the community scope and reach of NAMI In Our Own Voice?

* As of Dec. 2018