Welcome to NAMI-UW!

We are the National Alliance on Mental Illness at the University of Wisconsin-Madison , a student organization dedicated to promoting mental health and fighting the stigma against mental illness through education, advocacy and support. 
Please explore our page to find out how we can support you or how you can make a difference and Stop Stigma with us!

NAMI Wisconsin info can be found here!

Meeting Dates

General Member Zoom Meeting: 3/10 7-8pm via Zoom
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Other Events

Social Media Challenge - In honor of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we are hosting a social media challenge to help spread awareness. To participate post one of the following types of posts on Instagram or Facebook before Wednesday 3/3 (make sure to tag us!): (1) A body positive post (an informational video, inspirational quote, or anything else that promotes body positivity)  (2) A fact or statistic related to eating disorders or (3) Your personal experience with an eating disorder.

Fundraising - This semester, you can earn your fundraising point by donating $5+ to an organization that supports mental health! After donating, you should receive a confirmation (e.g., email) or some kind. Forward or screenshot your donation confirmation and send it to nami.wisco@gmail.com anytime between now and April 20, 2021 and you'll earn a point! Examples of organizations you could donate to include: Mental Health America, NAMI-Wisconsin, The Trevor Project (LGBTQIA+ Youth), Fear 2 Freedom (Empowers sexual assault victims while educating communities to combat sexual assault). 

Research Survey: Body Image & Disordered Eating - Juliana, our Treasurer, and her research team are studying body image and disordered eating among UW-Madison students. Next week, Juliana and her team will be sending our a survey to students with questions on these topics. If you participate, you will be entered to win a gift card! Every voice matters, so please consider filling out this survey when you receive it. 

Looking to Join the Bandana Project?

If you're a UW Madison student we are asking you to 
stomp the stigmas of mental illness, know your resources
and support those in need! Join #TheBandanaProject
​today! Check out ​www.namiuw.org/the-bandana-project.html to find out how to get involved today!