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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - minneapolis-mn BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Healing\, Recovery\, and Belonging: Culturally Responsive Approach es to Suicide Prevention in the African Diaspora DTSTART:20260908T170000Z DTEND:20260908T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T180326Z UID:10002824-1788868800-1788872400@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join NAMI Minnesota for a moderated discussion with Tanya Kenn edy\, MA\, LPCC. Tanya is a licensed professional clinical counselor with over twenty years of experience in the mental health field. She brings a s trengths-based\, culturally responsive\, holistic approach to mental healt h and healing. Her work recognizes that emotional well-being cannot be sep arated from a person’s lived experiences\, culture\, identity\, family\, and community. Grounded in multicultural and humanistic practices\, Tanya centers cultural humility\, collaboration\, and respect while helping ind ividuals and communities build upon the strengths and traditions they alre ady possess. \nDrawing on her extensive clinical experience and culturally responsive perspective\, Tanya will explore how suicide prevention effort s can move beyond one-size-fits-all approaches and better recognize the ex periences\, protective factors\, and sources of resilience within African immigrant and African American communities. \nDate: Friday\, September 18\ , 2026\nTime: 12:00-1:00 PM  \nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zo om.us/meeting/register/ORb7b2l-Sq2AsOlXJF6oFQ LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T180326Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/healing-recovery-and-belonging-culturally-res ponsive-approaches-to-suicide-prevention-in-the-african-diaspora/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:In Our Own Voice (IOOV) DTSTART:20260910T163000Z DTEND:20260910T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T181717Z UID:10002814-1789039800-1789045200@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Understand the journey of people with mental illness in recove ry. IOOV is a unique public education program in which two trained speaker s share compelling personal stories about living with a mental illness and achieving recovery\, demonstrating that there is hope for recovery for pe ople with mental illnesses. The presentation includes personal stories and video clips\, as well as offering an opportunity to ask questions. The IO OV program has touched many lives and is effective in reducing the stigma surrounding mental illnesses. This 60 to 90-minute class is for any groups interested in learning more about mental illnesses and recovery. \nDate: Thursday\, September 10\, 2026\nTime: 11:30 AM-1:00 PM\nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/amy-v7OcSsGhgvcD1cjLpg LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T181717Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/in-our-own-voice-ioov-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR) DTSTART:20260910T200000Z DTEND:20260910T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T180126Z UID:10002806-1789052400-1789057800@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn the three steps anyone can take to help prevent suicide. Just like CPR\, QPR is an emergency response to someone in crisis\, and i t can save lives. QPR is the most widely taught gatekeeper training progra m in the United States\, and more than one million adults have been traine d in classroom settings in 48 states. This 1.5 hour class is for members o f the community over the age of 16 who want to learn best practices in sui cide prevention. This class has been approved by the Board of Social Work to provide 1.5 CEU’s upon completion and meets the continuing education requirement for teachers. \nDate: Thursday\, September 10\, 2026\nTime: 3: 00-4:30 PM\nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist er/YpVE9s_YQD6KwQ6HA0o-zQ LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T180126Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ending the Silence DTSTART:20260910T230000Z DTEND:20260911T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T001409Z UID:10002752-1789063200-1789066800@namimn.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Mental health conditions affect millions of people every year\ , yet far too many continue to suffer in silence. NAMI Ending the Silence —a free presentation designed for students\, parents\, educators\, and c ommunity members.\nAttendees will learn how to:\n-Recognize the early warn ing signs of mental health conditions.\n-Understand the facts about youth mental health.\n-Hear a powerful story of hope and recovery.\n-Learn pract ical ways to support someone who may be struggling.\n-Ask questions and di scover resources that can make a difference. \nThis event is free and open to everyone. \nDate: Thursday\, September 10\, 2026\nTime: 6:00-7:00 PM\n Zoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Fp_Jgc0PR DCHj-GrvPinIg LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T001409Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/ending-the-silence-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR) for Agricultural Communities DTSTART:20260915T180000Z DTEND:20260915T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T180351Z UID:10002818-1789477200-1789482600@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:NAMI Minnesota and the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and H ealth Center (UMASH) are partnering to provide suicide prevention classes tailored to farming communities. Our aim is to change the public perceptio n in agricultural communities and better equip the community to identify a nd help people who may be having thoughts of suicide. QPR (Question\, Pers uade\, Refer) is a 1.5 hour suicide prevention training that teaches indiv iduals the three steps anyone can take to help prevent a suicide. This cla ss has been approved by the Board of Social Work to provide 1.5 CEU’s up on completion. This 1.5-hour class meets the continuing education requirem ent for teachers. \nDate: Tuesday\, September 15\, 2026\nTime: 1:00-2:30 P M\nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oRlNLf Z5SEKqhMTAuNcp3Q LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T180351Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-for-agricultural- communities-4/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family-to-Family DTSTART:20260916T233000Z DTEND:20260917T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T181619Z UID:10002797-1789583400-1789592400@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Family-to-Family is an 8-session educational program for famil y\, loved ones\, and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illne ss\; it is not intended for individuals who are living with a mental illne ss themselves. It is an evidenced-based program that improves the coping a nd problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person living with a mental illness. Led by trained family members who have been there\, thi s program provides information and strategies for taking care of the perso n you love. It includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exerci ses\, as well as support and connection among peers. \nTo register\, you m ust contact the class leader to ensure the class is a good fit. Contact El izabeth: 612-432-0471\, namichaigne@gmail.com or Pam: 612-419-6659\, namip amelam@gmail.com. \nDate: Wednesdays\, September 16 – November 4\, 2026\ nTime: 6:30-9:00 PM\nOnline: Zoom link will be sent after registration LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T181619Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/family-to-family-2/2026-09-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness in Youth & Adolescents DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T002011Z UID:10002796-1789668000-1789673400@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:This class is for parents and caregivers of youth to learn abo ut warning signs of mental illnesses in children\, the impact of mental Il lnesses and trauma on children and youth\, and strategies to support them. \nDate: Thursday\, September 17\, 2026\nTime: 6:00-7:30 PM\nZoom Registra tion Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/r72DxA17RAyadoVbnbnwoA LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T002011Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/early-warning-signs-of-mental-illness-in-yout h-adolescents-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hope for Recovery DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T001304Z UID:10002750-1789808400-1789822800@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:A four-hour workshop where participants learn about anxiety di sorders\, bipolar disorder\, borderline personality disorder\, depression\ , schizophrenia\, and co-occurring disorders\, including the diagnostic as sessment process\, treatments\, and recovery. Participants will also learn about crisis management and suicide prevention\, tools for healthy relati onship building while helping a loved one\, and local resources. This work shop is for family\, friends\, and loved ones of a teen or adult living wi th a mental illness and not for professional development or observation. L ed by trained family members who have been there\, this workshop includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exercises\, as well as support and connection among peers. A workbook is provided to participants to com plete exercises and journaling during and after the workshop. \nDate: Satu rday\, September 19\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM\nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CpfpEIyeRm63hQP3Tjqgsw LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T001304Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/hope-for-recovery-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Practice of Positive Psychology DTSTART:20260922T170000Z DTEND:20260922T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T001304Z UID:10002747-1790078400-1790082000@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Positive Psychology is the scientific study of what enables in dividuals and communities to flourish. Everyday stressors can impact our a bility to celebrate successes\, express gratitude\, and engage in what mak es us happy. Positive Psychology acknowledges life’s difficulties\, and focuses on fostering satisfaction\, connection\, and meaning to enhance we ll-being and celebrates the human ability to heal and thrive. \nDate: Tues day\, September 22\, 2026\nTime: 12:00-1:00 PM\nZoom Registration Link: ht tps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/GVDyrBRmQoavey10SuOBgg LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T001304Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/the-practice-of-positive-psychology-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hope for Recovery DTSTART:20260923T220000Z DTEND:20260924T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T001304Z UID:10002751-1790182800-1790197200@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:A four-hour workshop where participants learn about anxiety di sorders\, bipolar disorder\, borderline personality disorder\, depression\ , schizophrenia\, and co-occurring disorders\, including the diagnostic as sessment process\, treatments\, and recovery. Participants will also learn about crisis management and suicide prevention\, tools for healthy relati onship building while helping a loved one\, and local resources. This work shop is for family\, friends\, and loved ones of a teen or adult living wi th a mental illness and not for professional development or observation. L ed by trained family members who have been there\, this workshop includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exercises\, as well as support and connection among peers. A workbook is provided to participants to com plete exercises and journaling during and after the workshop. \nDate: Wedn esday\, September 23\, 2026\nTime: 5:00-9:00 PM\nZoom Registration Link: h ttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/PRgb3NXNTgCYRJXkx3xOUw LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T001304Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/hope-for-recovery-13/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family-to-Family DTSTART:20260923T233000Z DTEND:20260924T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T181619Z UID:10002798-1790188200-1790197200@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Family-to-Family is an 8-session educational program for famil y\, loved ones\, and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illne ss\; it is not intended for individuals who are living with a mental illne ss themselves. It is an evidenced-based program that improves the coping a nd problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person living with a mental illness. Led by trained family members who have been there\, thi s program provides information and strategies for taking care of the perso n you love. It includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exerci ses\, as well as support and connection among peers. \nTo register\, you m ust contact the class leader to ensure the class is a good fit. Contact El izabeth: 612-432-0471\, namichaigne@gmail.com or Pam: 612-419-6659\, namip amelam@gmail.com. \nDate: Wednesdays\, September 16 – November 4\, 2026\ nTime: 6:30-9:00 PM\nOnline: Zoom link will be sent after registration LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T181619Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/family-to-family-2/2026-09-23/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CALM Conversations: Conversations on Access to Lethal Means DTSTART:20260924T170000Z DTEND:20260924T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T001722Z UID:10002807-1790251200-1790256600@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:The CALM Conversations workshop is designed to provide friends \, family\, and others with information on how recognize and respond to su icide risk with an additional focus on increasing lethal means safety – especially concerning firearms. Participants learn how to talk with someon e who might be having these thoughts in a collaborative\, non-judgmental\, and supportive manner. CALM Conversations is divided into four sections.\ nSection 1: Participants learn basic facts and misconceptions about suicid e\, common risk factors and warning signs\, and the importance of means sa fety in keeping at-risk individuals safe.\nSection 2: Participants learn t o ask about mood and suicide\, with opportunities to practice asking quest ions in their own words.\nSection 3: Focuses on connecting at-risk individ uals to both formal and informal sources of support.\nSection 4: Focuses o n discussing lethal means safety in a way that respects the at-risk indivi dual’s rights and autonomy.\n \nThe goal is making the environment safer for the at-risk individual until their mood state improves. CALM Conversa tions is intended for a general audience and requires no prior training in mental health or suicide prevention. The workshop is 90 minutes in length . \nDate: Thursday\, September 24\, 2026\nTime: 12:00-1:30 PM\nZoom Regist ration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eXp7kaXWSMyJ-CY7Emvm xw LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T001722Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/calm-conversations-conversations-on-access-to -lethal-means/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NAMIWalks Minnesota DTSTART:20260926T160000Z DTEND:20260926T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181850Z UID:10002733-1790420400-1790434800@namimn.org CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:We invite you to take a walk with us at NAMIWalks Minnesota! \ nUnited by our unique experiences\, journeys and stories\, NAMIWalks is a beautiful celebration of each of us – individuals with mental illness\, their family\, loved ones\, and their community. Funds raised directly sup port NAMI Minnesota’s mission of education\, advocacy\, support and publ ic awareness.\n\n  \nTogether\, we will make our goal of Mental Health fo r All possible. \n\nRegister today! https://www.namiwalks.org/minnesota LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181850Z LOCATION:Minnehaha Park\, South Minnehaha Drive\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\ , 55417\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/namiwalks-minnesota/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family-to-Family DTSTART:20260930T233000Z DTEND:20261001T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T181619Z UID:10002799-1790793000-1790802000@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Family-to-Family is an 8-session educational program for famil y\, loved ones\, and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illne ss\; it is not intended for individuals who are living with a mental illne ss themselves. It is an evidenced-based program that improves the coping a nd problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person living with a mental illness. Led by trained family members who have been there\, thi s program provides information and strategies for taking care of the perso n you love. It includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exerci ses\, as well as support and connection among peers. \nTo register\, you m ust contact the class leader to ensure the class is a good fit. Contact El izabeth: 612-432-0471\, namichaigne@gmail.com or Pam: 612-419-6659\, namip amelam@gmail.com. \nDate: Wednesdays\, September 16 – November 4\, 2026\ nTime: 6:30-9:00 PM\nOnline: Zoom link will be sent after registration LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T181619Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/family-to-family-2/2026-09-30/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Understanding Early Episode Psychosis for Professionals DTSTART:20261001T200000Z DTEND:20261001T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T000057Z UID:10002817-1790866800-1790874000@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn about causes and symptoms of psychosis\, effective commu nication strategies\, barriers to treatment\, the NAVIGATE model of recove ry\, and other treatment options. This class is designed for individuals w orking with teens and young adults such as social workers\, school faculty \, and youth workers. This class has been approved by the Board of Social Work to provide 2 CEU’s upon completion and meets the continuing educati on requirement for teachers. \nDate: Thursday\, October 1\, 2026\nTime: 3: 00-5:00 PM\nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist er/zEtPFjgxQCCz0s2q4OREKAink LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T000057Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/understanding-early-episode-psychosis-for-pro fessionals/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:In Our Own Voice (IOOV) DTSTART:20261004T170000Z DTEND:20261004T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T000057Z UID:10002816-1791115200-1791118800@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Understand the journey of people with mental illness in recove ry. IOOV is a unique public education program in which two trained speaker s share compelling personal stories about living with a mental illness and achieving recovery\, demonstrating that there is hope for recovery for pe ople with mental illnesses. The presentation includes personal stories and video clips\, as well as offering an opportunity to ask questions. The IO OV program has touched many lives and is effective in reducing the stigma surrounding mental illnesses. This 60 to 90-minute class is for any groups interested in learning more about mental illnesses and recovery. \nDate: Sunday\, October 4\, 2026\nTime: 12:00-1:00 PM \nLocation: The Grove Uni ted Methodist Church – Woodbury\, 7465 Steepleview Road\, Woodbury\, Mi nnesota 55125 LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T000057Z LOCATION:The Grove United Methodist Church\, 7465 Steepleview Road\, Woodb ury\, 55125\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/in-our-own-voice-ioov-9/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family-to-Family DTSTART:20261005T233000Z DTEND:20261006T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T001304Z UID:10002772-1791225000-1791234000@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Family-to-Family is an 8-session educational program for famil y\, loved ones\, and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illne ss\; it is not intended for individuals who are living with a mental illne ss themselves. It is an evidenced-based program that improves the coping a nd problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person living with a mental illness. Led by trained family members who have been there\, thi s program provides information and strategies for taking care of the perso n you love. It includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exerci ses\, as well as support and connection among peers. \nTo register\, you m ust contact the class leader to ensure the class is a good fit. Contact To m at 952-412-7385 or tompepper@comcast.net. \nDate: Mondays\, October 5 – November 23\nTime: 6:30-9:00 PM\nOnline: Zoom link will be sent after registration LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T001304Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/family-to-family-3/2026-10-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family-to-Family DTSTART:20261007T233000Z DTEND:20261008T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T181619Z UID:10002800-1791397800-1791406800@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Family-to-Family is an 8-session educational program for famil y\, loved ones\, and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illne ss\; it is not intended for individuals who are living with a mental illne ss themselves. It is an evidenced-based program that improves the coping a nd problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person living with a mental illness. Led by trained family members who have been there\, thi s program provides information and strategies for taking care of the perso n you love. It includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exerci ses\, as well as support and connection among peers. \nTo register\, you m ust contact the class leader to ensure the class is a good fit. Contact El izabeth: 612-432-0471\, namichaigne@gmail.com or Pam: 612-419-6659\, namip amelam@gmail.com. \nDate: Wednesdays\, September 16 – November 4\, 2026\ nTime: 6:30-9:00 PM\nOnline: Zoom link will be sent after registration LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T181619Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/family-to-family-2/2026-10-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Understanding Early Episode Psychosis for Families DTSTART:20261008T000000Z DTEND:20261008T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T180351Z UID:10002822-1791399600-1791406800@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn about the signs and symptoms of psychosis\, causes\, tre atment options and why early intervention is so important. Participants wi ll learn how to advocate for and help a young person get back to work or s chool and achieve recovery. This is a two-hour class and is for parents or caregivers of youth or young adults. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 7\, 2026 \nTime: 7:00-9:00 PM\nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meet ing/register/5ujElSQ1QjuIwAYknM4L2A LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T180351Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/understanding-early-episode-psychosis-for-fam ilies-5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:In Our Own Voice (IOOV) DTSTART:20261009T163000Z DTEND:20261009T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260821T000057Z UID:10002815-1791545400-1791550800@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Understand the journey of people with mental illness in recove ry. IOOV is a unique public education program in which two trained speaker s share compelling personal stories about living with a mental illness and achieving recovery\, demonstrating that there is hope for recovery for pe ople with mental illnesses. The presentation includes personal stories and video clips\, as well as offering an opportunity to ask questions. The IO OV program has touched many lives and is effective in reducing the stigma surrounding mental illnesses. This 60 to 90-minute class is for any groups interested in learning more about mental illnesses and recovery. \nDate: Friday\, October 9\, 2026\nTime: 11:30 AM-1:00 PM\nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/HjTYKA-PTLu7d48IUex0zA LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T000057Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/in-our-own-voice-ioov-8/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family-to-Family DTSTART:20261012T233000Z DTEND:20261013T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T001304Z UID:10002773-1791829800-1791838800@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Family-to-Family is an 8-session educational program for famil y\, loved ones\, and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illne ss\; it is not intended for individuals who are living with a mental illne ss themselves. It is an evidenced-based program that improves the coping a nd problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person living with a mental illness. Led by trained family members who have been there\, thi s program provides information and strategies for taking care of the perso n you love. It includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exerci ses\, as well as support and connection among peers. \nTo register\, you m ust contact the class leader to ensure the class is a good fit. Contact To m at 952-412-7385 or tompepper@comcast.net. \nDate: Mondays\, October 5 – November 23\nTime: 6:30-9:00 PM\nOnline: Zoom link will be sent after registration LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T001304Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/family-to-family-3/2026-10-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR) DTSTART:20261013T160000Z DTEND:20261013T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260818T001722Z UID:10002808-1791889200-1791894600@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Learn the three steps anyone can take to help prevent suicide. Just like CPR\, QPR is an emergency response to someone in crisis\, and i t can save lives. QPR is the most widely taught gatekeeper training progra m in the United States\, and more than one million adults have been traine d in classroom settings in 48 states. This 1.5 hour class is for members o f the community over the age of 16 who want to learn best practices in sui cide prevention. This class has been approved by the Board of Social Work to provide 1.5 CEU’s upon completion and meets the continuing education requirement for teachers. \nDate: Tuesday\, October 13\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 AM-12:30 PM\nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi ster/_Gx9WNoSQyWGYlH3AMJAAw LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T001722Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-4/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family-to-Family DTSTART:20261014T233000Z DTEND:20261015T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260812T181619Z UID:10002801-1792002600-1792011600@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Family-to-Family is an 8-session educational program for famil y\, loved ones\, and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illne ss\; it is not intended for individuals who are living with a mental illne ss themselves. It is an evidenced-based program that improves the coping a nd problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person living with a mental illness. Led by trained family members who have been there\, thi s program provides information and strategies for taking care of the perso n you love. It includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exerci ses\, as well as support and connection among peers. \nTo register\, you m ust contact the class leader to ensure the class is a good fit. Contact El izabeth: 612-432-0471\, namichaigne@gmail.com or Pam: 612-419-6659\, namip amelam@gmail.com. \nDate: Wednesdays\, September 16 – November 4\, 2026\ nTime: 6:30-9:00 PM\nOnline: Zoom link will be sent after registration LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T181619Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/family-to-family-2/2026-10-14/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family-to-Family DTSTART:20261019T233000Z DTEND:20261020T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T061224Z UID:10002774-1792434600-1792443600@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Family-to-Family is an 8-session educational program for famil y\, loved ones\, and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illne ss\; it is not intended for individuals who are living with a mental illne ss themselves. It is an evidenced-based program that improves the coping a nd problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person living with a mental illness. Led by trained family members who have been there\, thi s program provides information and strategies for taking care of the perso n you love. It includes presentations\, discussions and interactive exerci ses\, as well as support and connection among peers. \nTo register\, you m ust contact the class leader to ensure the class is a good fit. Contact To m at 952-412-7385 or tompepper@comcast.net. \nDate: Mondays\, October 5 – November 23\nTime: 6:30-9:00 PM\nOnline: Zoom link will be sent after registration LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T061224Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/family-to-family-3/2026-10-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Question\, Persuade\, Refer (QPR) for Agricultural Communities DTSTART:20261020T180000Z DTEND:20261020T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T180351Z UID:10002819-1792501200-1792506600@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:NAMI Minnesota and the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and H ealth Center (UMASH) are partnering to provide suicide prevention classes tailored to farming communities. Our aim is to change the public perceptio n in agricultural communities and better equip the community to identify a nd help people who may be having thoughts of suicide. QPR (Question\, Pers uade\, Refer) is a 1.5 hour suicide prevention training that teaches indiv iduals the three steps anyone can take to help prevent a suicide. This cla ss has been approved by the Board of Social Work to provide 1.5 CEU’s up on completion. This 1.5-hour class meets the continuing education requirem ent for teachers. \nDate: Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026\nTime: 1:00-2:30 PM\ nZoom Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ASXaEs1P TPSJzcLuyPSN1A LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T180351Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/question-persuade-refer-qpr-for-agricultural- communities-5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CALM Conversations: Conversations on Access to Lethal Means DTSTART:20261021T200000Z DTEND:20261021T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T182548Z UID:10002809-1792594800-1792600200@namimn.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:The CALM Conversations workshop is designed to provide friends \, family\, and others with information on how recognize and respond to su icide risk with an additional focus on increasing lethal means safety – especially concerning firearms. Participants learn how to talk with someon e who might be having these thoughts in a collaborative\, non-judgmental\, and supportive manner. CALM Conversations is divided into four sections.\ nSection 1: Participants learn basic facts and misconceptions about suicid e\, common risk factors and warning signs\, and the importance of means sa fety in keeping at-risk individuals safe. \nSection 2: Participants learn to ask about mood and suicide\, with opportunities to practice asking ques tions in their own words. \nSection 3: Focuses on connecting at-risk indiv iduals to both formal and informal sources of support. \nSection 4: Focuse s on discussing lethal means safety in a way that respects the at-risk ind ividual’s rights and autonomy. \nThe goal is making the environment saf er for the at-risk individual until their mood state improves. CALM Conver sations is intended for a general audience and requires no prior training in mental health or suicide prevention. The workshop is 90 minutes in leng th. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 21\, 2026\nTime: 3:00-4:30 PM\nZoom Regist ration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yF8uCLnnThqklUezWytW tw LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T182548Z LOCATION:Online\, MN\, United States URL:https://namimn.org/event/calm-conversations-conversations-on-access-to -lethal-means-5/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NAMI Minnesota X-SOURCE-URL:https://namimn.org/education-and-public-awareness/classes/htt ps-namimn-org-education-and-public-awareness-classes-all-scheduled-classes END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR