The purpose of the National Network for Mental Health, which is run by and for mental health consumer/survivors, is to advocate, educate and provide expertise and resources that benefit the Canadian consumer/survivor community.
The focus of our organization is to network with Canadian consumer/survivors and family and friends of consumer/survivors to provide opportunities for resource sharing, information distribution and education on issues impacting persons living with mental health issues/illness/disability.
The principals of inclusion, informed choice and individuality are the focal point. The individuality of each consumer/survivor is valued and appreciated. Working toward the common goal of advocating on behalf of the national mental health consumer/survivor community is accomplished by empowering individuals who together create a powerful united voice.
To this end, the organization involves itself in a number of initiatives which include:
Being a founding member and facilitator of the Canadian Coalition of Alternative Mental Health Resources
Being a founding member of the Mental Health Coalition of Canada
Being a founding and active member of the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health.
Council Member of the Council of Canadians with Disabilities
National Partner of the Active Living Alliance
Becoming involved in government processes (ie. changes to the disability tax credit forms 2003/2004, submissions to the Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science, and Technology)
Partnering with other organizations to better serve our community. This is achieved through coalition building, creation of materials for our constituency, public relations and working with governments and the private sector.
Program creation that focuses on building the capacity of individuals through education, employment support, and inclusion.
Dissemination of a national E-Bulletin on a monthly basis.
The hope of the National Network for Mental Health is to support the empowerment process of all Canadian consumer/survivors, and to enhance their quality of life through our national programs, advocacy and information dissemination efforts.
Code of Ethics
Honesty, Sincerity, and Moral Values exist in the individual, or they do not exist at all. Integrity and ethical standards must be maintained by every individual, or they are not maintained at all. The National Network for Mental Health expects that Honesty, Sincerity, and Moral Values are the basis of our organization’s existence, and all persons who make up the organization must strive to be:
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Honest and Trustworthy in all of our relationships.
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Reliable and Responsible in carrying out organizational commitments.
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Straightforward and Accurate in all verbal and written communication.
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Cooperative and Positive in all organizational duties.
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Fair, Considerate, and Supportive in our treatment of fellow employees, consumers and all others.
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Law abiding in all of our activities.
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Dedicated to superior performance.
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Effective and Efficient in all of our endeavors.
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Committed to improving the lives of all Canadians, with a strong Dedication to the Consumer Movement and the enhancement of the quality of life enjoyed by Persons with Mental Health Difficulties and Disabilities in Canada.
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High Standards of Honesty, Sincerity, and our Moral Values require commitment, determination and the making of difficult choices. Confidence in the leadership of the organization, and trust in its employees and volunteers, allows for the team performance that this organization strives to Nurture.