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Hello NAMI,
Do you feel “NAMI Pride?” Driven by the reality that LGBTQIA+ people are impacted unequally by mental illness and a lack of mental health resources, we are inspired to bring light to this important topic.
This year, NAMI is focusing on how the intersection of identity impacts mental health, and working to raise awareness about how policies and prejudice can negatively affect the mental wellness of LGBTQIA+ community members. Be spreading awareness, sharing resources, and sharing personal stories of lived experience, we hope to cultivate a more caring and compassionate environment.
If you’re not already participating, we invite you to join our movement and share why you are proud by using the hashtag #IAmNAMIPride.
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LGBTQIA+ Mental Health Resources:
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FreeState Justice is Maryland's statewide advocacy non-profit that seeks to improve the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) Marylanders.
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The Center for LGBTQ Health Equity. As part of Chase Brexton Health Care, the Center for LGBTQ Health Equity can connect you and your loved ones to affirming, welcoming, and informed solutions to help you manage your health care needs.
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The Pride Center of Maryland works as a catalyst uniting and empowering sexual and gender minorities in Maryland and to advocate for a better quality of life for the entire community.
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Hearts & Ears, Inc. is a trans-led, peer-run wellness and recovery center for LGBTQIA+ people. They offer a variety of groups and activities as well as daily check-ins, and assist in locating a job, housing, mental and behavioral health resources and applications.
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GLSEN Maryland is a chapter of GLSEN, a grassroots imitative working locally in our community to ensure safe schools for all students, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Trans Maryland is a multi-racial, multi-gender, trans-led community power building organization dedicated to Maryland's trans community.
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NAMI Maryland is pleased to announce the slate of recommended candidates for our Board of Directors:
- Tammy Kness
- Ronald Marcus
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Up for Re-Election: Gia Grier-McGinnis
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Up for Re-Election: Shareese Strong
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Up for Re-Election: Linda Weinberg
Congratulations to our candidates! Read all about them here.
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Don't forget you can meet our candidates and vote at our in-person Annual Meeting, taking place NEXT SATURDAY June 17th, 2023 at 2:30 EST at the Howard County Miller Branch Library!
Voting is the crucial way you make your voice heard in our organization. As a NAMI member, taking the time to vote helps your Board of Directors ensure that NAMI Maryland represents as many members' views as possible. If you would like to vote in this year's board election, you must attend the Annual Meeting in-person to vote or submit a proxy form to designate someone to vote on your behalf.
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Proxy Voting:
Voting for this year's Annual Meeting will be taking place in-person and anyone who wishes to vote in our election must attend the Annual Meeting on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 and have an active NAMI membership through June 2023.
Not sure your membership is active? Click here to check your membership status.
If you are unable to attend the Annual Meeting, you may request a proxy form where you can designate one of the following people to vote on your behalf:
- NAMI Maryland, Executive Director
- NAMI Maryland, President of the Board
- A current NAMI member who will be attending the Annual Meeting
Email info@namimd.org with the subject line "Proxy Form" or download the form here. Proxy forms MUST be returned to our NAMI Maryland office no later than 5 PM on Thursday, 5/15/23.
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Mark your calendars! You are invited to join us in celebrating four decades of statewide mental health education at our 41st Annual Conference, scheduled for October 13th and 14th, 2023! The NAMI Maryland Annual Conference is about hope, ideas, and gaining new skills. Here's your chance to learn about the latest research, discover resources, develop a talent for advocacy, and foster a better understanding of issues relating to mental health conditions.
Last year, nearly 300 attendees tuned in online for a truly robust conference that held 40 workshops, 5 plenary presentations, and facilitated speed-date style networking. Thanks to the virtual aspect of the conference, we were able to host nationally recognized content experts like Dr. John Palmieri from SAMHSA; Dr. Lisa Burgess, Acting Deputy Secretary of Behavioral Health for Maryland; and Dr. Ken Duckworth from NAMI.
This fall, we are thrilled to offer our virtual Annual Conference once more, and we invite you to celebrate our 41st anniversary of this fantastic event on October 13th and 14th!
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Not Sure What to Expect?
NAMI Maryland is dedicated to providing a fantastic conference with varied workshops and activities all participants can enjoy. Click here for a YouTube playlist of last year's conference workshops!
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Registration will be coming soon, so mark your calendars and be sure to save the date! If you are interested in sponsor opportunities, contact Danielle at dfletcher@namimd.org | |
Click Here for Additional Resources, Recorded Webinars, and Associated Fact Sheets | |
NAMI Maryland in the Community: | |
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3rd Annual Shine a Light on Youth Well-Being Twitter Chat | NAMI Maryland was thrilled to join state and national leaders for a Youth Mental Health Twitter Chat on 5/11/23! 157 participants shared more than 1,500 tweets and resources for youth mental health. Together, this chat reached an impressive 17.689 million individuals. Check out the conversation on Twitter at #ElevateTheConvo! | | |
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As part of our ongoing efforts to provide programs, free training, and support for those living with mental health conditions, we are excited to share that we have partnered with a Maryland-based start-up that has launched a free consumer app that can help our community called Prosper!
Prosper is a free app that provides self-care activities, tools, education, and support to help you on your mental health journey.
Start focusing on your wellness and download the app today!
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Out Loud Pride Summit
We want to invite you to attend the upcoming Out Loud Pride Summit on June 9th, 2023 hosted by Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center!
This annual Out Loud Pride Summit is a day of education and elevating and advocating for the voices of the LGBTQ+ community with continuing education opportunities (4.5 CE Hours) for professionals coupled with lived experiences for all. You will not want to miss their lineup of renowned clinicians, LGBTQ+ speakers, influencers, and advocates.
Learn More
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Our friends at Behavioral Health System Baltimore are Hiring | |
Join the BHSB team! Behavioral Health System Baltimore is hiring for several positions to support programs and policies that uplift Baltimore’s mental health and wellness.
Find all open positions here: http://bit.ly/3LyZ8xh
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June is PTSD Awareness Month
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that can develop in individuals who have experienced a traumatic event. It can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Therapy, medication, and support networks can help individuals manage their symptoms and lead fulfilling lives.
For PTSD Awareness Month, share statistics and information on the signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments for PTSD using NIMH's health topic page or their brochures. Help raise awareness about PTSD by sharing information and graphics based on the latest research.
Learn More
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Men's Mental Health Symposium: Listening Through the Silence
Join HHS as they recognize Men’s Health Week (June 12-18) and focuses on discussing the mental well-being of men and fathers. On June 15, HHS Partnership Center will host two conversations with key leaders from around the country:
- 1st Conversation: The Role of Faith in Supporting Men’s Mental Health
- 2nd Conversation: Paternal Mental Health
To register for the Men's Mental Health Symposium: Listening Through the Silence, visit https://bit.ly/HHSmensmentalhealth!
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Thank You to our 2022-2023 Community Partners: | |
Stuart R. Varon, M.D. LLC | |
NAMI Maryland Community Partners is a program developed by NAMI Maryland to provide a charitable giving platform for businesses and organizations. Set an example and make a difference in our community with a donation to NAMI Maryland! | | | | |
