Last Chance to Register – Advocacy Training, Support Groups, & More

RJ Hamster

Last Chance to Register – Advocacy Training, Support Groups,…

October 2025, #1

ABOUT US

NEED HELP

WAYS TO GIVE

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER

In-Person, No-Cost Events

FIRST SESSION IS THIS THURSDAY!

NAMI SMARTS FOR ADVOCACY

Your story matters — and it can drive change.

Join us for the first module of NAMI Smarts for Advocacy, “Telling Your Story”. This 90-minute workshop teaches how to turn your lived experience into powerful advocacy.

By the end, you’ll craft a clear and compelling 2-minute story ready to share with legislators and community leaders.

DATES:

October 16 (registration closes Oct 15, 10am)

October 28

November 13

TIME: 6:30–8:00 PM

NEXT STEPS: Modules 2&3 – Policymaking 101 and Contacting Your Policymaker!

TWO New Support Groups beginning!

Leesburg NAMI Northern Virginia Peer Support Group (in-person)

This Peer Support Group will meet IN PERSON the first and third Wednesdays of each month, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, begins TOMORROW, October 15th.

This free, 90-minute group provides a safe space for individuals living with mental health conditions to connect with other peers and seek support as they navigate their recovery journey. Register to receive the location. REGISTER HERE

NAMI Family Support Group for those in Black and African Ancestry communities (online)

This NAMI Family Support Group will meet ONLINE the first Tuesday of each month, from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, beginning November 4th.

This free, 90-minute monthly support group is for individuals who identify as Black or African American and are family members, caregivers, or friends of someone experiencing mental health symptoms. The group is led by facilitators of color. Register to receive the Zoom link. REGISTER HERE

CHECK OUT OUR CALENDAR FOR ALL EVENTS AND REGISTRATION INFO

NAMI Northern Virginia is a 48-year old 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to serve Northern Virginia individuals, family members, and friends affected by mental health challenges through awareness, education, support, advocacy, and collaboration with community partners.