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Inspire, Empower, and Support Your Community: Become a Mental Health Presenter with NAMI Vermont!

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ORGANIZATION: National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont

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Your story has the power to inspire and uplift others! Make a difference with NAMI Vermont as a mental health presenter. The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI Vermont) offers FREE mental health presentations across the state!

NAMI Vermont's presentations include:

  • In Our Own Voice, a presentation for the general public by individuals with mental health challenges - learn more at namivt.org/programs/in-our-own-voice/ Next training: Saturday, March 8, 2025.
  • Ending the Silence, a presentation for youth by individuals with mental health challenges - learn more at namivt.org/programs/ending-the-silence/
  • FaithNet, a presentation for faith communities in Vermont - learn more at namivt.org/programs/faithnet/

All three presentations focus on warning signs of mental illness, how to seek help, and why there is always hope.

NAMI Vermont is seeking volunteers to give these presentations statewide. To get started, please fill out this form:

https://namivt.org/get-involved/volunteer/form/

For more information on NAMI Vermont, visit: https://namivt.org/

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About National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont

Location:

600 BLAIR PARK RD STE 301, WILLISTON, VT 05495, US

Mission Statement

NAMI Vermont supports, educates and advocates so that all communities, families, and individuals affected by mental illness or mental health challenges can build better lives.

Description

Did you know that 1 in 5 Vermonters are affected by mental health challenges at some point in their lives? The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI Vermont) is a grassroots volunteer organization providing support, education, and advocacy FREE of charge so that all communities, families, and individuals affected by mental illness or mental health challenges can build better lives.

NAMI Vermont believes that mental wellness is achievable. We share our lived experiences to develop understanding, empathy, and compassion for one another. We practice acceptance, empowerment, honesty, self-care, and inclusion. Above all, we believe that there is always hope.

At NAMI Vermont, our vibrant community thrives on the invaluable contributions of dedicated volunteers. We’re a small grassroots organization relying on the commitment of individuals like you to power support groups, educational classes, events, and community outreach. Volunteers are the driving force behind our programs, enabling us to offer these free resources to communities in all corners of the state and online. Are you ready to use your skills and lived experience to spread hope in your community? Volunteer with us today!

Are you or a loved one in crisis? Call 988 to reach the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
People with Disabilities
Children & Youth, Community, People with Disabilities

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

All of VermontAll Cities/Towns, VT 05495

(44.43157,-73.10592)
 

SKILLS

  • Mental Health
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • People Skills
  • Public Speaking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Verbal / Written Communication

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 6-10 hours per year, depending on how many presentations you would like to give!
  • Familiarity with NAMI Vermont is a plus! Please visit our website to learn more. We hope to see you soon! namivt.org

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