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Conference News
April 15, 2016
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NAMI California Annual Conference
August 26 & 27, 2016
Burlingame, CA
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Special Guest Speaker: Major Sam Cochran
We are excited to welcome back Major Sam Cochran, a nationally known expert in the field of crisis intervention, to the 2016 NAMI California Annual Conference as a guest speaker in the criminal justice track.
Major Cochran, who retired from the Memphis Police Department after more than 30 years of service, was the initial
coordinator of the department's Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) as well as coordinator of the Hostage Negotiation Team and Critical Incident Services.
During his time as a law enforcement officer, he served in uniform patrol, in the investigative division, and as an instructor at the training academy.
Major Cochran has worked with police departments throughout the nation and in Canada, Australia and England. His passion is foremost in working with communities to better understand, promote, develop and implement the CIT model in an effort to reduce unnecessary incarcerations, injuries and deaths.
NAMI has named its annual law enforcement advocacy award after Major Cochran. In addition, he received the City University of New York John Jay College of Criminal Justice Law Enforcement News Person of the Year Award in 2000. Major Cochran
holds a master's degree in political science and criminal justice from the University of Southern Mississippi.
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Father Greg Boyle
Founder, Homeboy Industries
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Professor Cyndi Shannon Weickert
Schizophrenia Researcher
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Register Now & Save!
Learn what's new in mental health at the
2016 NAMI California Annual Conference
August 26 & 27 in Burlingame! We have an exciting lineup of sessions focusing on advocacy, criminal justice, consumer and family engagement, transitional age youth, diverse communities, and strengthening NAMI - plus inspirational talks and practical workshops. This year's keynote speakers will be Father Greg Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries, and Professor Cyndi Shannon Weickert, a leading schizophrenia researcher.
Don't delay -- register now to take advantage of early bird pricing!
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Great Rates For Groups!
We are now offering discounted Group Rates for the NAMI California Annual Conference! For a limited time, groups of four or more registering at the same time will receive our lowest Super Early Bird pricing. Just download and fill out the form below and mail along with your check. If you wish to pay with a credit card, please email the form to
[email protected] and w
e will set up a time to call you to take your payment. Group rates are not available on our web portal.
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The San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront is located in Burlingame, California, overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The hotel is just 10 minutes from the San Francisco International Airport and offers complimentary 24-hour shuttle service to and from the airport and BART. Rooms are available for the special rate of $154 (plus tax and fees) per night (parking available for $12 per day). Make your reservations early, as space is limited and rooms fill up fast!
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Learn from families and individuals living with mental illness about how to strengthen our voice, create awareness, and promote wellness and recovery.
Criminal Justice
Learn about strategies in law enforcement and the justice system to reduce stigma and the criminalization of mental illness.
Advocacy
Learn about current policies, your rights, and how to advocate for mental health reform at the local, state and national level.
Transitional Age Youth
Learn about how young adults are engaging in the discussion of mental illness, advocacy, and reducing stigma and discrimination.
Strengthening NAMI
Learn from successful NAMI affiliates about how to grow your local NAMI to better serve your community.
Multicultural Engagement
Learn how to engage diverse communities, provide education about mental illness, and improve access to mental health services.
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Award Nominations
Do you know of someone who deserves to be recognized for his or her efforts to improve the lives of people living with mental illness? Please fill out our award nomination form and return by April 29, 2016. Awards will be presented at the Annual Conference.
Award Categories
Don & Peggy Richardson Memorial Award
Outstanding Clergy Award
Family-to-Family Award
Media Award
Outstanding Criminal Justice Advocate Award
Outstanding Criminal Justice Professional Award
Veteran's Award
Recovery Practitioner Award
Zero Tolerance of Seclusion and Restraints Award
Outstanding Youth Advocate Award
Outstanding Mental Health Director Award
Outstanding Treatment Provider Award
Multicultural Outreach Excellence Award
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Scholarships Available
NAMI California is pleased to offer scholarships
to attend our 2016 Annual Conference
for adults and young adults ages 18-24.
If you feel you would benefit from this educational conference and cannot afford the registration fee, please download the appropriate application at the links below and submit
by May 6, 2016. The NAMI California Board of Directors will review all scholarship applications and make selections on or before June 3, 2016.
Please note: Scholarships do not include travel expenses or hotel accommodations. You must be a member of a NAMI affiliate in California to apply.
Send your completed application to [email protected]. if you have any questions, please call us at (916) 567-0163.
Interested in participating in the Color Guard, singing the National Anthem or volunteering at the conference? Contact Erik at
[email protected]
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Candidates
For Board Of Directors
NAMI California is now accepting nominations for our Board of Directors. Board candidates will be voted on by members at the Annual Conference and serve three-year terms. We are seeking qualified candidates who have experience as an individual or family member living with mental illness, knowledge of mental health policy, insight into nonprofit organizational structure, and/or legal, financial or fundraising experience. Board candidates must share a commitment to help all those affected by mental illness and a passion for NAMI California's mission.
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