2009 Mental Health & Criminal
Justice Summit
Early registration is now open for NAMI Indiana's 6th annual Mental Health & Criminal Justice Summit. Attendees can learn details about the summit and secure early-bird rates by CLICKING HERE.
Keynote addresses by well-known and dynamic speakers Joel Dvoskin, Ph.D., A.B.P.P. of Tucson, AZ and Frank R. Campbell, Ph.D., LCSW, CT of Baton Rouge, LA set the tone for what will be the biggest and best criminal justice summit yet.
Additional workshops during the full day conference will include topics of interest to individuals in law enforcement, judges prosecutors/public defenders, custody officers, parole & probation officers, first responders, mental health professionals and community leaders.
Professional credits approved for this year's conference include Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) for law enforcement, CEU credits for social workers and family therapists and CLE credits for attorneys.
CLICK HERE for more information and to take advantage of early bird rates available through March 2, 2009.
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namiindiana.org
NAMI Indiana's official web site is an excellent source of information about topics concerning Hoosiers affected by mental illness, NAMI programs, and other valuable resources.
Right now, you'll find information about upcoming dates for NAMI's signature programs such as Family-to-Family, Peer-to-Peer and NAMI basics.
Another great feature of the namiindiana.org is our resources link. To review the recently-updated resource documents, CLICK HERE. to visit the NAMI Indiana homepage now. | |
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 You may remember receiving information about NAMI Indiana's Legislative Meet & Greet event, which was held in the Rotunda of the State Capital building on January 13, 2009. This year's event was one of the largest yet, and made a significant impact in the lives of Hoosiers affected by mental illness.
NAMI members from all over the state came to talk with their legislators about open access to medications, Crisis Intervention Teams, Assertive Community Treatment and other topics. Members also shared stories of past difficulties they experienced in accessing services. Encouragingly, the legislators had time to listen.
New this year, the Indiana Coalition of Clubhouses participated with NAMI members. Clubhouse members got to meet their legislators and tell them about the clubhouse movement and its benefits.
Even though the Legislative Meet & Greet event occurs only once a year, there's never a bad time to talk to your legislator about issues affecting Hoosiers with mental illness. If you even need assistance interacting with your legislator, simply contact the NAMI Indiana office at 800-677-6442. |
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NAMI Indiana Criminal Justice Summit
Perspectives from Past Attendees  When considering attending a major conference, like the NAMI Indiana Mental Health and Criminal Justice Summit, it is often helpful to hear comments from previous attendees.
Here is a sampling of comments from last year's attendees recorded on comment forms.
- "The consumer presentation was outstanding. Nothing beats hearing first-hand from someone who has been there."
- "Our group found the reality-based evidence shared during the event most helpful."
- "The kenote speaker was obviously passionate about his topic and projected that enthusiasm to the audience. "
- "We appreciated the opportunity to network with other professionals over lunch."
The sixth annual Mental Health & Criminal Justice Summit will bring even more information and outstanding speakers to professionals in Indiana. CLICK HERE for more information and to register for the conferenc |
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Making a Difference
Every Month
In 2009, NAMI Indiana is asking members and friends to take action every month to improrve lives of Hoosiers affected my mental illness.
There's still time to take action in the month of January. You can volunteer with your local NAMI affiliate, provide extra support for someone in your life affected by mental illness, or make an effort to educate a friend or family member about your experience and show that Recovery is Reality.
If time is of a premium for the rest of the month of January, there is another way you can participate right now: Through NAMI Indiana's automatic recurring donation program. CLICK HERE to learn more about the program and how you can participate. |
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