There are so many ways to join this movement and stop the stigma and discrimination surrounding mental illness. Whether you are interested in joining the Stop Stigma Sacramento Speakers Bureau or simply want to take our pledge to show your support, together, we can change minds, attitudes and outcomes in our community.
It will take the voices of many to stop stigma and discrimination in our community. Scroll through our collection of first-hand stories shared by everyday people in Sacramento County who are living with, or supporting someone else living with, mental illness.
Take our pledge and commit to reducing stigma and discrimination in Sacramento County and beyond. We each have a responsibility to create a safe space for our friends, family, co-workers and neighbors living with a mental health condition.
I PledgePer guidance from the Sacramento County Public Health Officer, the “Mental Illness: It’s not always what you think” project postponed the 2020 May is Mental Health Month art displays and instead published the 2020 Mental Health Month Virtual Art Gallery.
Art DisplaysPer guidance from the Sacramento County Public Health Officer, the “Mental Illness: It’s not always what you think” project has decided to postpone the Journey of Hope exhibit until further notice.
Journey of HopeHey, it seems like you’ve got a lot on your mind lately. How are you?
I just wanted to say that I am here if you want to talk about anything – Can we get together this week?
I noticed you have missed a few days of school, and I just wanted to check in with you and see how you are doing.
I haven’t seen you in a while! How have you been?
I know life can feel like a lot sometimes, but if you need someone to talk to, I want you to know I am here.
You’ve seemed a little down lately and I wanted to see how you are doing.
I just want you to know I am here for you if you ever need to talk. You’re my friend and I won’t judge you.
I know things have been hard lately; let me know if you want to talk about it. I’m here for you.