Upcoming Events in March

Mental Health America of Hawaii is excited to share that national MHA President and CEO Paul Gionfriddo will be in Hawaii for two speaking engagements on March 28th and 29th:

About Paul Gionfriddo: In addition to leading Mental Health America, Paul has been a consultant, speaker, writer, and non-profit leader in three states. He served as a full-time elected official for thirteen years, in the Connecticut State Legislature and as Mayor of Middletown, Connecticut. In 2014, he published a book merging his professional and family experience with mental illness and mental health policy, Losing Tim: How Our Health and Education Systems Failed My Son with Schizophrenia. Paul is a dynamic and inspiring speaker and we hope you can join us for this rare opportunity to visit with him in Hawaii.

Youth Suicide Prevention Educational Forum

Thursday, March 29, 2018, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
at Manoa Grand Ballroom
2454 S Beretania Street, 5th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96826

FREE ADMISSION!

This event will feature Mental Health America President and CEO Paul Gionfriddo’s response to 13 Reasons Why in light of the release of Season 2. This controversial show has caused concern but also brought attention to the important topic of youth suicide prevention. An expert in mental health policy and current trends, Paul will share his thoughts on how this streaming show can help parents and others engage with the youth in their lives on this topic in a safe and productive way. Local mental health experts will also be on hand to help answer questions and direct interested attendees to community resources.
This program is recommended for adults.
PARKING: $6

NAMI Hawaii State Conference 2018
In Partnership with Mental Health America of Hawaii

Wednesday, March 28, 2018, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
at Pomaika`i Ballrooms
735 Iwilei Road, Honolulu, HI 96817

Keynote speaker, Paul Gionfriddo discusses “Healthy Living for Mental Wellness” followed by a panel discussion with local experts on mental health, nutrition, and self-care who will share their unique perspectives.

Registration Fee: $15 per person
Includes a Live Well Breakfast
Parking: $6
Register by March 20, 2018