Episode 5: The Art of Being ME: How One Movement is Inspiring Others
In this episode, Tom Herzog, chief operating officer at Netsmart, talks with Gabrielle Martin and Randy Bacon about the work they’ve done to launch The Art of Being Me campaign that connects everyday life to the challenges that we all have. The Art of Being Me exhibit consists of photos and videos of people telling their personal stories and struggles with mental health.
Listen as Herzog asks both Gabrielle and Randy about how their partnership came together and how they created such an impactful exhibit that have touched many lives. This initiative is different than most other mental health programs because people are truly seeing works of art. The people who are brave enough to share their stories, show true vulnerability and inspire others to listen and share as well. We all have mental health and this campaign is one step towards creating compassionate communities everywhere.
Hear their experiences as they discuss:
- How this campaign started and the message behind it
- How The Art of Being Me has impacted them and those around them
- The power of storytelling and those who tell them
- What’s next and how they will continue to grow this campaign
Carve out time to explore the campaign located here: Art of Being ME
The Art of Being ME campaign is a result of the great works of the Burrell Foundation: Burrell Foundation
Celebrate Randy Bacon’s contributions by spending time to review other amazing campaigns by visiting his website: Featured Work – Randy Bacon Photography
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Episode 15: From a Mother’s Story to a Movement of Hope
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Episode 9: Ending Homelessness for this Generation and the Next
In this episode, Tom Herzog sits down with Michael Wilson, a former Netsmart associate and
current Executive Director for Community LINC, a crisis housing facility whose mission is to end homelessness in Kansas City for this generation and the next. Community LINC serves as transitional housing for families, with the goal of breaking the cycle of homelessness and
improving people’s mental and physical wellbeing.
