Over the years, successful advocacy efforts at local, state and national levels have improved policies, programs, opportunities for people with mental illness and substance use disorder. Collective action is still needed, as expanded services and treatment opportunities, parity in pay and access to care, and coordination of care is needed to foster recovery, hope, and healing. The resources included today include information on how to advocate effectively and describe various state and national advocacy priorities.
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The challenge is designed to spur change – in mindsets, behaviors, opportunities and practices. Please help us keep track of how individuals are engaging with the 21-Day Stigma Challenge resources and actions. Each action you take, each resource you review, will add a ticket in your name to the drawing for one of five $100 gift cards at the end of the challenge.
Do You Want To Learn More? Check Out These Additional Resources:
Every Election is About Mental Health
Watch NAMI’s video about the importance of voting for mental health.
Support Mental Health America’s Advocacy Priorities
Support Mental Health America’s National Advocacy Campaign to urge Congress to fund critical behavioral health initiatives. Use their letter template to contact your elected officials.
Support Shatterproof’s Advocacy Campaign
Support Shatterproof’s Campaign focused on having Congress improve treatment and supports for people with substance use disorders.
Support NAMI’s Advocacy Priorities
Check out NAMI’s advocacy priorities and learn how you can support their call to action.
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