NAMI California honored five legislators who have been champions for mental health issues impacting underserved communities. Awards were given to Assembly Member Rob Bonta, Assembly Member Jim Cooper,  Assembly Member Rocky Chavez, Senator Holly Mitchell, and Senator Bob Hertzberg.

As a part of the event, NAMI California hosted a group of affiliate leaders and presenters at the State Capitol to continue NAMI’s message the way we do it best, by sharing our stories directly with legislators. NAMI members met with over a dozen elected officials and their staff to discuss key legislative issues affecting mental health and wellness in diverse communities.