Sheila Piippo
About the Episode:
In this episode, Sheila Piippo from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Minnesota shares her journey from rural roots to working in mental health advocacy. She emphasizes the importance of community relationships, how personal stories are vital in shaping perceptions and driving change, and the impact of youth engagement in rural mental health initiatives.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
About the Podcast:
Join our founder, Teresa Kittridge, as she sets out every week to interview 100 women who have made a difference in rural communities and beyond. These are women who have led positive change while overcoming challenges and breaking barriers.
We see a future where more rural women lead positive change for themselves, their families, communities, the nation, and the world. Our mission with this podcast is to highlight the amazing women making a difference in our rural communities & inspiring others to take leadership in theirs.
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We are looking for more women to celebrate! If there is an amazing woman in your life whose story you think should be told, we want to hear about her. Email us at: teresa@100ruralwomen.org
About 100 Rural Women:
100 Rural Women creates connections and inspires leadership. We see a future where more rural women lead positive change for themselves, their families, communities, the nation and the world. We are committed to building leadership through networks, mentorship, education, and civic engagement. Our 501(c) 3 non-profit organization is non-partisan.
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