S;O;S | SEMICOLONS OVER SILENCE

In solidarity we stand against the stigma of mental illness
In solidarity we stand against the stigma about suicide
In solidarity we wear the "semicolon" In solidarity we share our stories - our voices - our resiliency
In solidarity we remember those we have lost In solidarity we remember our stories and how far we have come
In solidarity we raise funds to provide mental health awareness In solidarity we raise funds for mental health support groups
In solidarity we raise funds for evidence-based mental health educational courses
In solidarity we raise funds for mental health public awareness presentations
In solidarity we continue the mission and vision of NAMI Central Iowa In solidarity we share help - we share hope!

HOW CAN YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
For your $60 donation you will receive a permanent or temporary 1 1/2" tattoo on your arm or leg from one of the participating studios of Iowa Tattoo Company.
$40 of your donation will benefit the initiatives of your local mental health grassroots affiliate, NAMI Central Iowa, and $20 will go to the tattoo artist.
Or, send a donation of any size to NAMI Central Iowa via mail, online or text.

WHEN?
Noon to 5 pm on Sunday, December 5 at The Asylum in Ames
Noon to 5 pm on Sunday, December 12 at Sovereign Tattoo in Johnston

QUESTIONS? Call 515.292.9400 or email info@namicentraliowa.org www.namicentraliowa.org

SUPPORT | EDUCATE | ADVOCATE

We SUPPORT people with mental illnesses, their families and their friends. NAMI CI support programs provide individuals and those by their sides the tools and resources to cope with mental illness. Through meetings, support groups, courses and referrals, we are available to help Central Iowans, whatever their situation or need.

We EDUCATE communities about mental health issues. A stigma surrounds mental illnesses, and we have set out to replace what people perceive about mental illness with the facts and real unique experiences of those who live and cope with mental illness. And we’re doing this through educational programs. From informative public meetings to displays and communication pieces, to partnership with local leaders, NAMI CI educates members of communities about mental health issues so they can better understand, empathize and support those with mental illnesses.

We ADVOCATE to improve the conditions for and on behalf of those affected by mental illness. Every individual has a unique story to share, to inspire, to elicit change. But often individual stories aren’t heard. As advocates for those affected by mental illness, NAMI CI takes these stories and issues and ensures they are heard — and heard by people who can help make change.

Semicolons Over Stigma | S;O;S

By NAMI Central Iowa

Semicolons Over Stigma | S;O;S

Together we can stop the stigma! Together we support NAMI Central Iowa!