WISE - Initiative for Stigma Elimination - One story at a time.
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WISE Shareables

Explore our resources to share the WISE message. Interested in a printed copy? Email us at wise@eliminatestigma.org to request yours.
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what is wise document

A one-page document about who we are, what we offer, and how individuals and organizations can participate.
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WISE Program Overview

Explore WISE programs: presentations, support resources, and toolkits for mental health stigma reduction.
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WISE Values

Wholeness, Integrity, Story, Continuous Learning, and Change Agency - together, we support and promote inclusion.
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Principles of Stigma Reduction

Learn about Strategic Disclosure and Planned Contact - principles guiding our stigma reduction efforts.

WISE Program Cards

Get a quick overview of our programs with these half-sheet cards. They’re a powerful advocacy tool and are perfect for sharing.

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Compassion Resilience Toolkit

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Up to Me

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Stigma 101 Course

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Safe Person 7 Promises

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Coaching for Success

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Foundational Definitions

Definitions of terms often referenced around mental health challenges.
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Stigmatizing Language: What to say instead

What to say if a friend or loved one confides in you about their mental health challenge.
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Labels and Language

Some people choose to use and own labels; others do not. There is no right or wrong choice.
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How to Respond to Insensitive Comments

Ideas and suggestions to help with comments from family and friends.

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Rogers Behavioral Health
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