There is no greater journey than transforming from a victim to a survivor to ultimately, an empowered and effective advocate. This section is designed to help you get there by including background information on the legislative process and tips on how you can become involved in the legislative process and how you can effectively share your personal story to support your cause.

To access information about your state’s legislature, visit the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Legislative Action Center. You may also want to contact your NAMI state organizations and local affiliates to join in on their advocacy efforts. If you would like to learn more about federal legislation, visit NAMI’s Legislative Action Center.