Robin Nobling

About Robin Nobling

As a NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Executive Director, I like knowing that each day I have the potential to make a positive impact on someone\'s life. I love that I work within a local circle of dedicated diverse people who care as deeply as I do about the impact mental health issues on wellbeing. I am fortunate to be surrounded by a professional community that has embraced the work we do at NAMI Davidson County in support of persons and families who may just be starting a journey, that though it seems impossible now, may actually enrich their lives later. As an individual, I join with other individuals to make at impact at local, state and national levels to develop policies and programs that will make living a with a health condition affecting the brain, just that a health condition. I love working to make the playing field equitable to all regardless of age, race, gender, faith, culture and socio-economic status. I do this as a member of the Mayor\'s Behavioral Health Wellnes Advisory Council, the Chair of Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) Region IV Policy and Planning Council, a member of the TDMHSAS State Executive Council, and a member of the Suicide Prevention in the African American Faith Community Coalition. Join me in working with people as humans, not as walking diagnoses.

Experience

1. Executive Director

   Nami

   May 2012 — Present · Nashville, TN

   Executive Director of the capitol city affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the largest organization in the country dedicated to improving the lives of persons with severe mental illness and those of their loved ones through education, support and advocacy. Dedicated to using innovative approaches that respect and honor the individual whatever their age, gender, culture or economic status. Focused on increasing the number of people being served by NAMI Davidson through the grassroots, each one-teach one, peer led support groups, education classes and stigma-busting presentations. Developing strategic and personal relationships through local and state coalitions and collaboratives. Building a secure financial base and sound business practices. Increasing political and justice awareness, advocacy locally and on the state level. Working hard, but living lightly in spirit to create a safe secure environment where people with challenges and their loved ones feel welcome. Accomplished with the support of many others, a practical sense of purpose and a healthy sense of humor.Join our annual Wellness Festival, the NAMI Davidson Walk, 5K & Village on Saturday, April 21st in Shelby Park in East Nashville. We are expecting 600 people to run, walk, listen to music, pick up information from all our vendors and share a fun a fun morning. Look for info on our website namidavidson.org. Hope to see you there!

Education

• East Florida University

  Business Administration and Management, General