Get Involved
As the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) collaborates with various stakeholders to share information about its priorities and initiatives.
Join the national conversation about mental health. Learn how to get involved by exploring ways to connect with NIMH and by joining our efforts to educate the public during upcoming mental health observances.
Upcoming Health Observances
Health observances are a great opportunity to join the national conversation about a mental health topic. Use these resources to help plan your involvement in upcoming health observances.
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Digital Shareables
Use these free education and outreach materials in your community and on social media to spread the word about mental health and related topics.
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Stakeholder Engagement
Find out how NIMH engages a range of stakeholder organizations as part of its efforts to ensure the greatest public health impact of the research we support.
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Science Education
Learn how NIMH is promoting neuroscience and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education.
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Connect with NIMH
NIMH newsletters, public participation in grant reviews, research funding, clinical trials, the NIMH Gift Fund, and connecting with NIMH on social media.