NAMIWalks Minnesota is the largest public awareness raising event in Minnesota. Over 4,500 participants walk shoulder to shoulder to raise awareness about mental illnesses.
This year we are proud to announce that we will have two walk sites on September 23rd, one in Minneapolis and one in Rochester.
NAMIWalks features local food vendors, music and free food. You may plan a picnic in the park, get your team photo taken, create signs in the kid’s tent or honor a loved one on the Tree of Hope.
The proceeds of NAMIWalks will be used to: Provide free education classes to families across the state of Minnesota * Facilitate support groups for people with mental illnesses and their families * Conduct an anti-stigma campaign * Advocate for improved education, employment, housing and community services * Promote resiliency and recovery for children and adults with mental illnesses.
NAMI Minnesota champions justice, dignity and respect for all people affected by mental illness (biological brain disorders). Through education, support and advocacy, we strive to eliminate the pervasive stigma of mental illness, effect positive changes in the mental health system, and increase public and professional understanding of mental illness.
