Active Minds

Mental Health Speakers Bureau

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 The Heard is a renowned speakers bureau that has reached over a million young adults with mental health education.  Formerly a program of the National Mental Health Awareness Campaign, the speakers bureau is an exciting new addition to Active Minds!

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To book a speaker or learn more, email our Program Manager, Colleen Coffey.

 

 Are you a member of an Active Minds chapter? Click here to learn more about what The Heard means for you and the exclusive discount only for Active Minds chapters.

 

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What to expect:

  • Experienced Speakers- Speakers are extensively trained by the top mental health professionals and coaches in the country. The Heard is prepared to speak to thousands of people or a small group. Presentations are appropriate for colleges, high schools, middle schools, and all types of organizations.

  • Data Driven- Research shows the best way to reduce stigma and increase help seeking is peer-to-peer outreach. Consistent and valid research on The Heard shows that our speakers do just that!

  • Focus on Mental Health- Our speakers bureau provides positive examples of mental health by featuring young people who have dealt with these issues and who can encourage others to recognize and seek help for their emotional difficulties.

  • Relatable Presentations- While mental health is a serious topic, the presentations use appropriate humor and are extremely accessible, interactive, cool, and inspiring.

  • Our Commitment to You- We want to partner with you to fight stigma, nurture the mental health of all people, and decrease the risk of suicide. Our speakers are revered for being affordable, accessible, and a joy to work with.

 

 

" I am thrilled to be leaving The Heard in such capable hands. While I will not be speaking past early 2010, I have trained and cultivated all of these speakers so that this important message will live on!"

- Ross Szabo, Former Director, Award Winning Speaker, Author
 

Alison Malmon

alison_malmon_2_cropped_comp" One person really can make a difference. I was ready to take action!"

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Lizzie Simon

lizzie_simon_ "A focused and intelligent presentation by a true survivor"

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Bryan Adams

bryan "He showed such a combination of strength and sensitivity"

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Janelle Montano

janelle_2 "Her story was so moving. Just the push I needed to seek help."

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Cameron Mack

cameron_11"He left me inspired and ready to make a change"

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Colleen Coffey

colleen01"The best program we have had! Funny, credible, and inspirational"

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Margaret Bertram

margo_21 "A sincere program by such a dynamic woman"

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Anna Arroyo

anna2"Relatable and culturally aware. She really made an impact"

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Jordan Burnham
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"A remarkably moving story from a young man with such courage"    Book This Speaker

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Melissa Ann Hopely

melissa_ann_hopely"She makes it easy to talk about really hard topics"

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Aaron Thompson from Active Minds at Oregon State University says:


aaron_thompson"Becoming an advocate for mental health has been one of the most rewarding and challenge achievements in my life.  I decided the best way to make my voice heard was to run for vice president of the Oregon State University chapter of Active Minds.  It has not been easy fighting to reduce the stigma involved with mental health.  I am a member of the Army ROTC on campus and I can tell you first hand that many men simply think that talking about your problems is a joke.  I am a man and I feel no shame in talking to people about my feelings and emotions.  I want to live in a society that considers me normal."

 

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