NAMI News

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.

MADISON, WI – NAMI National, NAMI Wisconsin, and NAMI Dane County, the national, state, and local offices of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, are deeply saddened by the devastating shooting and loss of life at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisc. yesterday. With each school shooting, there is a lasting and far-reaching impact […] Read More.

Arlington, VA — Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated, one of the nation’s leading African American sororities and The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the largest grassroots mental health organization are announcing a historic partnership to advance mental health awareness and support in the Black community as Sigma Gamma Rho marks its second century of […] Read More.

Arlington, VA — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is pleased to announce that Mike Wood has joined the organization as its new Chief Operating Officer. This appointment comes as part of NAMI’s continued focus on enhancing its operational excellence and achieving its long-term goals in alignment with its strategic plan. “Mike’s expertise in […] Read More.

Since 2022, the Mental Health College Guide has helped more than 50,000 young adults navigate their college years. College life is about more than taking classes; it’s a time of transition, when young adults branch out into new support systems and become independent. Created in partnership with The Jed Foundation, the College Guide is a […] Read More.

Arlington, VA – Today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released the following statement from Chief Advocacy Officer Hannah Wesolowski following the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) decision to require all wireless carriers to implement georouting for calls to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:: “Every person experiencing a mental health crisis deserves to be […] Read More.

NAMI Associate Medical Director, Dr. Christine Crawford, on the TODAY Show, where she reveals helpful tips about children and mental health for parents and caregivers as part of Mental Illness Awareness Week. As we continue to recognize Mental Illness Awareness Week, we are excited to share that our very own Associate Medical Director, Dr. Christine […] Read More.

Arlington, VA – Today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) applauds the new steps to ensure calls to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline are immediately connected to local resources. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that two major telecommunications carriers, Verizon and T-Mobile, will start routing cellular phone calls […] Read More.

The United States is going through a youth mental health crisis, with high rates of suicidal ideation, hopelessness and depression. In 2023, more than 1 in 5 high school students seriously considered attempting suicide and 1 in 10 attempted suicide – rates that are even higher for at risk communities, like LGBTQ+ youth. When mental […] Read More.