Mental Health Speaker

NAMI Wisconsin is seeking presenters for the traveling NAMI Ending the Silence program. As part of the Traveling ETS Team, you have the opportunity to reduce stigma around mental illness and inspire hope in Wisconsin middle and high schools. This paid speaking opportunity through NAMI Wisconsin is for undergraduate or graduate students between the ages of 18 and 30 attending school in Wisconsin. Presenters should have lived experience with mental health conditions.The application is open April 24 through May 31, 2026 at this link: https://namiwisconsin.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bm8fMyf9qnnQaqOQualificationsApplicants must:Be an undergraduate or graduate student between the ages of 18-30 attending school in WisconsinIdentify as a person who lives with mental illness and is willing to share their storyBe able to commit for the 2026-27 school year and provide at least three (3) presentations during the school yearHave access to a reliable laptopHave access to reliable transportation and be willing to drive up to two (2) hours to presentHave a flexible schedule that allows for time to travel and present on a weekday between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. from September 2026 through May 2027Presenters are paid upon completion of training, for presentation and travel time, and reimbursed for mileage.Contact Molly Shea, the NAMI Wisconsin Youth Program Coordinator, at molly@namiwisconsin.org with questions.About NAMI WisconsinNAMI Wisconsin is the state affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals affected by mental illness while promoting recovery. NAMI Wisconsin supports its local affiliates through educational resources, training programs, access to financial assistance, and hosting conferences and presentations. Their efforts align with NAMI's principles of building understanding and strengthening mental health initiatives across the state.