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Community Events Representative

NAMI participates in community events, fairs, and festivals to introduce the organization, its mission, and its resources to the community at large. Events are held at sites such as universities, faith-based institutions, and community organizations. NAMI also holds bi-monthly listening sessions throughout the community to educate audiences about relevant mental health topics.

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Minimum Age Requirement

Applicants must be 18 years or older

Volunteer Commitment

Outreach events are usually 2–6 hours and usually take place on weekends, though some take place during the week.

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Outreach Coordinator

Location

Events are held throughout Madison and Dane County.

Responsibilities

  • If asked, pick up resource materials from the NAMI Dane County office before the event and return them afterward.
  • Staff the booth at the event, usually alongside NAMI Dane County staff and/or volunteers: greet members of the public, answer general questions about NAMI, distribute resources and materials, and encourage interested individuals to sign up for our email list.

Requirements

  • Comfortable being out in the community.
  • May require sitting or standing for extended periods in variable weather conditions.
  • General working knowledge of mental illness and NAMI’s mission. Fact sheets and talking points will be provided.
  • May require lifting and carrying items of moderate weight to transport materials.
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