Being an advocate for legislation and government action to support mental health services is an important part of NAMI-GC's mission. We are a member of the Mental Health Summit, a coalition of consumers, advocacy groups and service providers dedicated to improving funding of vital treatment and support services.

You can get involved and help make a difference by participating in events such as Mental Illness Awareness Week and by contacting your legislators to spread the news that "treatment works" and to ask them to support adequate funding at all levels.

Please visit the Mental Health Summit website for details on summit activities and concerns. The following fact sheets offer tips on how best to communicate with your legislators: