Getting Started
Step 1: Get in touch with your local NAMI Affiliate or State Organization
In order to start a NAMI On Campus Club it is essential that you connect with your local affiliate or state organization. They will be your point of contact for all questions and help provide you with resources and support of the club. Click here to find your local NAMI. Some states may have additional steps to support your club.
Step 2: Complete all campus requirements
Talk with your school’s administration about what steps you have to take to establish a club on your campus. Campuses may differ on their policies, so it’s important to get this out of the way to prevent any setbacks later down the road.
Step 3: Secure a faculty advisor
Find a faculty member who can be committed to attending club meetings and events. This advisor should also be comfortable talking about mental health. Some college campuses, may not require an advisor, so if this is not a requirement, you can skip.
Step 4: Secure your club leaders
At a minimum, your NOC club should contain a president, secretary, and a treasurer to help support club meetings and other club related efforts (i.e. events, funding, club materials).
Step 5: Register your Club with NAMI
Once you have completed all setup requirements, you can request the NOC Contact Form from namioncampus@nami.org to formally be a part of the growing NAMI On Campus Community! The completion of this form will grant your club access to exclusive NOC materials to help your club get on the right foot to supporting your peers and educating your community.
For any additional questions about getting started, please reach out to namioncampus@nami.org.
