Stigma Free SP is a month-long campaign, during Mental Health Awareness month in May, that encourages Sun Prairie residents to begin conversations about Mental Health, create safe spaces for those that are struggling, and provide support to one another as we remember that mental wellness is important for a healthy, thriving community. Through a series of educational messages, public events, and training opportunities, Stigma Free SP will challenge residents, local businesses, and organizations to sign a pledge committing to open conversation about mental health in our community. Our goal is to normalize the conversation and raise awareness surrounding mental wellness.
How Can You Support a Stigma Free SP?
Want to help end the stigma of mental health? One way is to wear green on Fridays in May!
Want a green t-shirt showing your support? We are selling Mental Health Matters t-shirts!
For just $10 each, get a 'Mental Health Matters' t-shirt, designed by a talented high school student, and help break the silence to build mental wellness. Together, we can reduce te stigma and start the conversion!
Por solo 10 dolares cada una, consigue una camiseta de "La Salud Mental Importa" creada por un talentosa estudiante de secundaria, y ayuda a romper el silencio para fomentar el bienestar mental. ¡Juntos, podemos disminuir el estigma y empezar a hablar sobre este tema!
Upcoming Events
Check back in 2026 for updates about Stigma Free SP for May 2026!
“My daughter encountered some bullying at school and it was suggested that she consider counseling. She was very open to the idea and I saw how much it helped her. I had a lot of trauma in my childhood that I hadn’t worked through and it impacted me mentally, emotionally, and maybe even physically, as a grown adult. I had been afraid to go to therapy because I thought it would make me look weak. I had gotten through some really difficult stuff all alone and getting help would feel a little bit like giving up on myself. Seeing my daughter be brave enough to get help was the motivation I needed. I started seeing a therapist and, although I am still working on things, I am in a much better place! I have realized I don’t have to handle things alone - nobody does.”
-Veronica M.
Willing to share your story? If so, share a link to a 1 - 5 minute video (YouTube or Vimeo formatting) or a short written story.
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Teen Health: Mental Health
Mental health affects how we feel, think and act. It's important at every stage of life so that we can cope with stressful situations, work productively, and make meaningful contributions to our community. -
How We Cope With Anxiety & Stress | MTV's Teen Code
This one goes out to all those teens who can't get out of bed no matter how hard they try, who have gone three days without seeing anyone (or even brushing their hair). You're not alone, and our teen experts (and a few twentysomethings) can prove it. Follow along as they deliver the Teen Code guide to coping with Mental Health.
