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Mental Health Association of Minnesota MHAM 612.331.6840 or 800.862.1799 About MHAM Founded in 1939, we are the state's first mental health advocacy and education organization. We listen to the needs of community members, respond to those needs, and work to make positive changes in the lives of individuals and in public policy. Our deep concerns about stigma, discrimination, inadequate services, and other challenges have shaped our goals, programs, and results. Through our Education Program, we raise awareness of mental health issues in the general public and offer programs and resources to individuals, families, employers, and youth. Individual Advocates help individuals and families navigate the mental health system and access community resources for mental health care, housing, employment, and other services. Our Issues Advocacy Program focuses on public policy and represents people with mental illnesses to: ensure and maintain parity in health care coverage for mental health ; increase funding for community-based services ; improve services in local communities through county funding from the state ; and ensure due process for social services.