May Mental Health Month Panel, "Breaking the Silence:  A Community Conversation on Mental Health"
May 11, 2026  ·  Central Union Church, Parish Hall
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (HST)

The Rotary Action Group on Mental Health Initiatives, in partnership with the Hawaii National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), invites community members, mental health professionals, and service organizations to join a community forum on mental health in Hawai`i.  This panel discussion will feature policymakers, providers, advocates, and individuals with lived experience sharing persepectives on current challenges, resources, and solutions.

The forum aims to reduce stigma, increase awareness, and encourage collaboration to strengthen mental health support across our community.


Registration Types and Fees:

General Attendee Only, $10 (option to bring a brown bag lunch)

General Attendee with Lunch, $25 (lunch and drink provided)

Rotary Club Sponsor, $200 (includes registration for two)

Payment by credit card only, subject to a 4% credit card transaction fee.  Charges will reflect a charge by Rotary Club Aloha Hawaii International


Questions, contact our RCAHI Registrar at 808-864-9812 or events@pacificrimconcepts.com

Speakers

Member
Diamond Head Clubhouse
Executive Director
Institute of Human Services
Leads Hawaiʻi’s largest nonprofit addressing homelessness, advancing housing-first solutions, mental health care, and partnerships. Dedicated to helping individuals and families in crisis achieve stability and well-being.
Mental Health Supervisor, Adult Mental Health Division
Windward Community Mental Health Center
With over over 37 years in mental health services, Kathleen has been with the Hawaii State Department of Health since 2003.
Executive Director
National Alliance on Mental Illness, Hawaii
Advocates for mental health awareness, education, and support, working to reduce stigma and expand access to care. Dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities through outreach, resources, and compassionate engagement across Hawaiʻi.
Medical Director Adult Mental Health Division
Hawaii State Department of Health
Board certified in psychiatry and forensic psychiatry, he works with physicians and stakeholders across the state to promote the science and art of medicine, improve public health, and support quality patient care.

Connie Mitchel

Leads Hawaiʻi’s largest nonprofit addressing homelessness, advancing housing-first solutions, mental health care, and partnerships. Dedicated to helping individuals and families in crisis achieve stability and well-being.

Kathleen R. Merriam LCSW, CSAC

With over over 37 years in mental health services, Kathleen has been with the Hawaii State Department of Health since 2003.

Kumi MacDonald

Advocates for mental health awareness, education, and support, working to reduce stigma and expand access to care. Dedicated to empowering individuals, families, and communities through outreach, resources, and compassionate engagement across Hawaiʻi.

Dr. Michael Champion

Board certified in psychiatry and forensic psychiatry, he works with physicians and stakeholders across the state to promote the science and art of medicine, improve public health, and support quality patient care.

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