Nami DC is the state chapter of the national alliance on mental illness. As a charitable 501(c)(3) organization, Nami DC has supported individuals and their families impacted by serious mental health conditions since its founding in 1981. Through education (including Nami signature classes such as family-to-family, Samsha best practice since 2013), advocacy and support, Nami DC has expanded its support to specifically focus on health and wellness of youth (with significant emphasis on early identification and intervention), service members (regardless of duty status) and their families.