What is NAMI?
NAMI is a national, non-profit grassroots organization comprised of peers, family members, and friends of people affected by biological brain disorders such as schizophrenia, major depression, and bipolar disorder. Founded in 1979, NAMI is hundreds of thousands of members strong and seeks to provide education, support, and advocacy for people affected by severe and persistent mental illness.
NAMI Wichita’s Mission
The NAMI Wichita mission is to provide education and support for persons living with mental illness and their families; to provide support for research on brain disorders; and to provide public education and advocacy to promote mental health systems change with the hope that persons with mental illness may achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Board of Directors
President
Laura Rosenbaum
Vice President
Jason Platter
Secretary
David E Larson
Treasurer
Teresa Carter
Board Members at Large
Esther Granados
Jamaal Jones
Joe Klingenberg
Bernestine Williams
Other Volunteer Positions
NAMI Connection Facilitators
Tara Gwynn
David E. Larson
Eli Hess
Family Support Group Facilitators
Gerry Lichti
Valerie Morley
Vicki Shook
NAMI Wichita Infoline
Michelle Madison
Community Projects Coordinator
Gerry Lichti
In Our Own Voice Coordinator
Lynn Kohr
(316) 686-1373
Connections Facilitator
Eli Hess
Program Committee
Laura Rosenbaum
Nicole Cox
NAMI Kansas Affiliate Council Representatives
Jamaal Jones
Jason Platter
Laura Rosenbaum
NAMI Kansas Peer Leadership Council
Trish Klingenberg
NAMI Kansas SMVF Council Representatives
Tara Gwynn
Tony Nutz
Veteran’s Affairs Contact Point
Tony Nutz
Newsletter Editor
Lynn Kohr
Brainstorming Editor
Lynn Kohr
Website Manager
Nicole Cox
Darla Denton
David E. Larson
NAMI Profile Center
Darla Denton
Lynn Kohr
KU Liaison
Wichita Police Department Liaison
Sergeant James Hook
Wichita Police Department Liaison
Sergeant James Hook
Volunteer Opportunities
NAMI Wichita is a volunteer organization, and we need you! While we are in need of individuals with the following expertise, we always welcome anyone who would like to further our mission in any way possible. Please contact us at (316) 686-1373 for further information.
- Transportation- Offering transportation to those needing help to or from events
- Grant Writing & Fundraising
- Photography or Videography Expertise
- Legal or Medical Expertise