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In Our Own Voice

NAMI In Our Own Voice presentations change attitudes, assumptions and ideas about people with mental health conditions.

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What this presentation provides

These free, 40-, 60- or 90-minute presentations provide a personal perspective of mental health conditions, as leaders with lived experience talk openly about what it’s like to have a mental health condition.

An opportunity to hear open and honest perspectives on a highly misunderstood topic
A chance to ask leaders questions, allowing for a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and dispelling of stereotypes and misconceptions
The understanding that people with mental health conditions have lives enriched by hopes, dreams and goals
Information on how to learn more about mental health and get involved with the mental health community
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What people are saying about NAMI In Your Own Voice
Amazing presentation with amazing presenters!

“Amazing presentation with amazing presenters! You 100% erased any stigma I used to associate with mental illness.” –

Anonymous
Audience member
They saw recovery as a real option.

“Several of the mental health staff stated that they saw recovery as a real option—for the first time ever.”

Anonymous
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I have transformed my pain into the power.

“Presenting this program is the single most effective thing I am doing to maintain my mental health. Time after time, I see the audience respond with curiosity and interest. I know I am changing the face of mental illness and that I have transformed my pain into the power to make a difference.”

Anonymous
IOOV Program Leader
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If you are interested in scheduling this presentation, please click below and complete the interest form.

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