Anthology of Art, Poetry, Prose, Photography, and More Is Available for Free Download

Based on the groundbreaking study The Well-Being Project, "People Say I’m Crazy" is an anthology of amazing art, poetry, prose, photography and testimony of mental health clients and is the compendium book to the award-winning documentary of the same name. This exciting 137-page anthology is available for free download by clicking here https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B5VMkuNNye7acnFfMzNBMHd6U2M/edit?usp=sharing&pli=1. For more information, contact Madness Network News Redux manager David Gonzalez at MadnessNetworkNews@gmail.com. Source: http://madnessnetworknews.com/

Webinar on Supporting LGBT Peers with Their Employment Goals

On Sept. 17, at 2 p.m. ET until 3 p.m. ET, Peerlink National Technical Assistance Center is hosting “Employment over the Rainbow: Supporting LGBT Peers with Their Employment Goals.” Peerlink NTAC writes: “This webinar is dedicated to discussing the barriers and challenges that LGBT peers face when seeking employment.” For more information or to register, click here. http://www.peerlinktac.org/webinar-events/

“I’m Good” Campaign Celebrates Those Who Have Overcome and Those Who Are Trying!

In celebration of Mental Health Month, PeersNet has launched the “I’m Good” blog campaign, which “encourages people to take care of their emotional and mental health, as well as their wellness. It’s also a celebration of those who are working to, or have, overcome obstacles to wellness through support from family, friends, peers, loved ones and the community.” 

Combatting the stigma that can be associated with a mental health condition, the campaign says, “There is nothing to be ashamed of. Know why? Well, because no matter where you’re at, you’re good…” For more information, click here, http://www.peersnet.org/blog/2014-04/im-good-blog-campaign-and-kickoff-event