IMALIVE Mental Health Fair

Established in 1949, May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month. This observance was created to raise awareness and dispel the misconception of mental illness. Mental Health Awareness Month has been practiced every year since. According to recent research, one in four U.S. adults experiences mental illness each year, and nearly 8 million children and adolescents in the U.S. battle with serious mental illness. Many of these individuals struggle in silence without receiving support. At Everett Community College, we care about the well-being of our community.

IMALIVE Mental Health Fair is a program behind the suicide prevention network, 1-800 SUICIDE, and the world’s first virtual crisis center. The founder of IMALIVE, Reese Butler II, created this program after losing his wife to suicide in 1998. His goal was to educate young adults on recognizing warning signs, spark conversations about mental health, suicide prevention, and raise awareness. Join us on May 6, from 10 am-2 pm, for this fun, interactive, and educational event that raises awareness of mental health and suicide prevention. IMALIVE Mental Health Fair isn’t only an opportunity to learn, but also a chance to make a real impact. Whether you’re learning something new or enjoying activities like graffiti art, brain games, and “Fact or Fiction,” every part of the day is designed to inspire, engage, and unite our community to support mental health awareness. Plus, you could walk away with some awesome prizes! Mark your calendars, bring your friends, and create a world of awareness and understanding together! See you there!