For too long, serious mental illness has remained hidden in the shadows, affecting over 22 million children, youth, and adults and the loved ones who suffer alongside them. We are changing that.

here's who we are fighting for

​​Because we are all-volunteer led, 100% of your donation funds mission-critical action:
grassroots reform, education, and advocacy to end the suffering caused by serious mental illness.

our foundation. our fight.

The National Shattering Silence Coalition (NSSC) is a powerful, nonpartisan all-volunteer led alliance of over 740 family members, individuals with serious mental illness (no-fault serious brain disorders), professionals, and caring allies.
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​We envision a world where immediate access to equitable, compassionate treatment and continuum of care minimizes suffering for families, caregivers, and those with serious mental illness.
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​Raising awareness and advocating for solutions to the suffering faced by those affected by serious mental illness through education, outreach, and grassroots reform.

national vision, local action

22 State Policy Directors Driving Reform in Key Battleground States.

​Our grassroots network is active in 22 states, translating our national vision into local, life-saving policy victories. Get connected with your State Policy Director to ensure reform succeeds in your state.

JOIN THE COALITION. PROVE THE IMPACT.

STAND WITH US. ELEVATE YOUR VOICE.

Join our nonpartisan coalition and gain the powerful national backing needed to fuel your local advocacy efforts. The more members we have the faster we can shatter the silence.

VIEW OUR SOCIAL IMPACT REPORT

Learn how 100% of your support is funding grassroots reform, policy change, and education to fight the tragedy of serious mental illness.

Get Support. Stay Informed.​

support & guides

Lean into hope and healing. Learn more about our peer-led groups for:
- Caregivers
- Bereaved Parents
- Sharing successes (coming soon)

Our Resource Guides offer hope, not heartbreak, and humanity not handcuffs. View and download guides for SMI caregivers, psychotic illness awareness, and policy advocacy.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Connect and engage. Join us at upcoming community outreach events and check out past events where boots on the ground made an impact.

Watch recordings of NSSC state-sponsored symposiums on decriminalizing SMI and more. Stay informed about upcoming screenings of the award-winning documentary No One Cares About Crazy People.

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Dive into insights and diverse perspectives. Listen to recorded Peer & Pro Talks. Stay informed, and register for our next talk.

Read our Beyond Stigma articles in AwareNow Media and watch our Still Here Campaign videos. Upload your story to The Sandy Pruett Project, catch up on our news, listen to podcasts, and subscribe to our blog.