March 6, I was at More Than Words, which is a book store that employs local youth and empowers them to grow their leadership skills through working in the shop. March 7, I was at Union Tavern with NAMI Boston.
NAMI Boston is unique in that it is completely peer-led, meaning the entire organization is run by people who are currently diagnosed with mental health troubles. I first spoke with Ewa, the chair of NAMI Boston, and immediately felt a kinship with her. Even on the phone, she was incredibly open and honest with me, and even encouraged me to be even more open and honest about my story before we even met. The reason I changed my flyer–that’s all her, and I’m incredibly grateful for that.
Much like with NAMI Keystone, once I met them in person, this passionate energy towards their mission did not change. They’re equally passionate about what they were doing when I met them, and everyone I met in the organization was equally passionate for their own unique reasons. Each reason helped make this chapter incredibly unique as a whole. I truly look forward to meeting with them again.
In total, we raised $146
here is some more information about NAMI Boston.
Here are some of their programs.