About In Our Own Voice

In Our Own Voice presentations feature people with mental health conditions sharing their personal stories in a free, 90-minute presentation. The goal is to change attitudes, assumptions and stereotypes by describing the reality of living with mental illness — to add a critical perspective to the popular understanding of what people with mental illness are like.

In Our Own Voice presentations humanize a misunderstood topic by demonstrating that it’s possible — and common — to live well with a mental illness. Attendees have a chance to ask presenters questions about mental illness in a space designed for that kind of exchange.

To inquire about hosting a presentation

If you think your business, health care organization or community group could benefit from hosting an In Our Own Voice presentation, call 719.473.8477 or email peer programs coordinator Kat Lilley.