NAMI (the National Alliance on Mental Illness) Iowa will host a community kickoff event on Wednesday, July 27 at 8 a.m. to officially begin the NAMIWalks season and promote awareness about mental health care for all Iowans. The free, virtual event is open to the public and will feature inspiring speakers and information about mental health in Iowa. It will also provide details about participating in NAMI’s signature fundraising and awareness event — NAMIWalks Your Way Iowa 2022 — which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 24, at Terra Park in Johnston. NAMIWalks is one of Iowa’s largest mental health awareness events and fundraisers. NAMI Iowa serves as a catalyst around advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all Iowans affected by mental illness can lead better lives. To request a meeting link for Wednesday’s kickoff event, email Amanda at amanda@namiiowa.org.