The Friends of NIMH coalition is dedicated to supporting and advancing the mission of the National Institutes of Mental Health (NIMH)—to transform our understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic biomedical, behavioral, and clinical research, to best inform prevention, early intervention, recovery, and cures.
What We Do
- Educate policymakers and key stakeholders on the transformative science of mental health.
- Advocate for robust federal funding for the NIMH budget.
- Facilitate meaningful dialogue between NIMH and the broader stakeholder community, providing essential feedback on research portfolios.
- Raise public awareness of NIMH research activities and their tangible impact on individuals and communities nationwide.
- Support policies that strengthen the scientific research workforce and accelerate basic and translational science.
- Collaborate with the broader National Institutes of Health (NIH) community to advance whole-person health.
About NIMH
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders. NIMH is one of the 27 Institutes and Centers that make up the National Institutes of Health (NIH)—the largest biomedical research agency in the world—and is an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Explore NIMH Research Highlights.
Get Involved
As the lead federal agency for research on mental disorders, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) actively collaborates with stakeholders to share updates on its scientific priorities and research initiatives.
We invite you to join the national conversation surrounding mental health. Visit the NIMH portal to discover opportunities to connect with the Institute, support outreach efforts, and participate in upcoming national mental health awareness observances.