The 2022 NEDA Back to School Guide is LIVE. Here, students will find information on eating disorders and how to get help. Teachers will find tips on talking to students about EDs. . Check it out here: bit.ly/3wcUEHu #NEDA #NEDAawareness #eatingdisorders Link in bio.

Don't forget to join us Aug. 26-27 for our "Pathways to Hope" conference. Learn how to activate and engage communities at the grassroots level to provide support for individuals impacted by mental health concerns. Register: bit.ly/3p4gR6L

Hurricane season can be a stressful time for many people, especially as the anniversary for Hurricanes Katrina and Ida approaches. In the weeks leading up to the anniversary of a significant life change or trauma, the “Anniversary Effect” can take over.

This month our "Ask the Expert" series will focus on suicide prevention. This multi-part series will provide an overview of current efforts in suicide prevention work, share inspiring stories & offer creative solutions to raise awareness. Learn more: bit.ly/3cuW2P8

Theaters in the Greater New Orleans area are having screenings all week! *And* a portion of the proceeds will be donated to NAMI New Orleans!

On September 28, join National Council for Mental Wellbeing's webinar, "#AlcoholUseDisorder: Our Nation's Hidden Epidemic" for a conversation with #NIAAA Director Dr. Koob and Chuck Ingoglia, President & CEO, National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Register: ms.spr.ly/6016j7MEq #RecoveryMonth

Don't flush it! Disposing of unneeded medication during #TakeBackDay is the safest & most environmentally friendly way to dispose of Rx drugs. Keep medications out of the oceans by finding a collection site on, October 29. #WellnessWednesday. DEAtakeback.com

Join a conversation on mental health, LGBTQ experiences, and “coming out” in communities of color. Join the discussion on Oct 11 at 6 pm and explore  Learn more stevefund.org/youthhealingsp…   #SteveFund #BacktoSchool #MentalHealthMatters #YoungPeopleofColor #YouthHealingSpace

"When we feel seen and connected as humans, our healing expands." - Read the full blog "The Importance of Community in Indigenous Peoples’ Healing" bit.ly/3HHsO9r #IndigenousPeoplesDay

.NAMI New Orleans Interim ED, Judge Calvin Johnson (ret.) shares his wealth of knowledge about tackling mental health concerns among seniors (esp. coming out of Covid), and in the justice system. Catch Judge Johnson's interview with our CEO Dan Mariaschin: youtu.be/USQlBP3yHUc

A reminder for the Halloween weekend: Mental illness is not a costume.

October is #HealthLiteracyMonth. Explore our Healthy People 2030 health literacy objectives to learn about national efforts to improve #HealthLiteracy: fal.cn/3tcyd #HP2030

Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Monday, November 21st | 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. CT MHFA teaches adults how to identify, understand, and respond to a young person experiencing a mental health problem or crisis. Learn more and register here: namineworleans.org/event/virtual-…

Did you know @RTAforward transit is free tomorrow for Election Day?! Repost RTA: If you couldn’t make it to vote early, ride with us for free to the polls on election day, Tues, Nov. 8. RTA is providing free round-trip rides on all buses, streetcars, ferries, and paratransit.

Don't miss out on this training opportunity!

Our offices are closing at 3:00 today. We will reopen on Monday, November 28th. Happy Thanksgiving! Happy Native American Heritage Day!