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The Stigmafree Pledge

1. Learn About Mental Health Issues

2. See the Person and Not the Illness

3. Take Action on Mental Health Issues

Individuals, companies, organizations and others can all take the pledge to learn more about mental illness, to see a person for who they are and take action on mental health issues. Take the pledge and raise awareness.

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Join thousands of people across the country changing the stigma of mental health conditions.

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How You Can Be Stigmafree

Step 1

Educate Yourself and Others

Everyone knows a little about mental health issues but knowing the facts about mental illness can help you educate others and reject stigmatizing stereotypes. They are not the result of personal weakness, lack of character or poor upbringing. Understanding mental health isn't only about being able to identify symptoms and having a name for these conditions but dispelling many false ideas about mental health conditions as well.

Step 2

See the Person and Not the Illness

1 in 5 Americans live with a mental health condition and each of them has their own story, path and journey that says more about them than their diagnosis. Whether you live with mental illness or are a friend, family member, caregiver or medical professional getting to know a person and treating them with kindness and empathy means far more than just knowing what they are going through.

Step 3

Take Action on Mental Health Issues

Our mental health care systems have been in crisis for far too long and often keeps treatment and recovery out of the hands of many who need it. We can take action now as we push for better legislation and policies to improve lives for everyone. By lending your support you can show that this cause isimportant to you and desperately needed for millions of Americans.

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Become a Stigmafree Company

Stigmafree Company is a new initiative to help organizations promote and cultivate a culture of caring and enhanced engagement around mental health. Partnering companies commit to learn more about mental illness while working to promote understanding and support to individuals affected by mental health conditions. By participating in Stigmafree Company, organizations can promote a supportive workplace culture by helping staff recognize stigma and its impact and learn ways to embrace a culture of overall health, including emotional well-being and physical health. Learn more about bringing your organization on board.

With Thanks

NAMI is proud to partner with the hope & grace initiative which represents an unprecedented and unending commitment by philosophy to support mental health and well-being.
with additional thanks to the Magellan Cares Foundation.
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