2025

Today, 12 leading national mental health and substance use organizations released a statement following the announcement of drastic staffing cuts at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): As the nation’s leading mental health, suicide prevention, and substance use organizations, we are deeply alarmed by the widespread, immediate staffing cuts and dismantling of […] Read More.

Every day, I come to work focused on one core question: What can we at NAMI do to bring more hope and healing to the millions of Americans affected by our nation’s mental health crisis? We’ve made important strides in expanding programs, reaching more people who need support, and breaking down stigma. But we know […] Read More.

People with mental illness are disproportionately represented in our nation’s criminal justice system. About two in five people who are incarcerated have a history of mental illness. NAMI’s Trends in Mental Health and Criminal Justice State Policy shows how state policymakers and advocates can address this problem through effective legislation. Read More.

Arlington, VA — Today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released the following statement from Chief Executive Officer Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., following the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announcement on February 24 that they will remove burdensome requirements to access clozapine, a lifesaving antipsychotic medication. This announcement comes after a long advocacy push […] Read More.

Our hearts are with California as they face massive wildfires that have displaced families, destroyed homes, and threatened communities. NAMI has curated the mental health resources below to help provide support to those impacted. We will add more resources as they become available. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help […] Read More.

Arlington, VA – NAMI is proud to announce the newest class of ten young adult leaders chosen to participate in the 2025 NAMI Next Gen initiative. These young adults showcase diverse experiences, passion for creating positive change, and commitment to mental health advocacy. As part of NAMI’s continued dedication to supporting youth mental health, the […] Read More.