Health, Advocacy & Mutual Inclusivity (H.A.M.I.) is a grassroots nonprofit founded in San Diego in 2019 by a group of friends who saw the growing mental health crisis, the devastating impact of opioid overdoses, and the many barriers preventing families from getting the support they deserved. We created H.A.M.I. because we believed our community needed trusted, culturally responsive care and a place where people could find hope, healing, and advocacy.
Today, mental health remains at the heart of everything we do. Through healing circles, wellness workshops, suicide prevention initiatives, Narcan training, youth and family programs, and community education, we work to reduce stigma, strengthen resilience, and create safe spaces where healing can happen. We also help individuals and families navigate housing, public benefits, disability services, healthcare, and other essential resources because we know that true wellness goes beyond healthcare alone.
At H.A.M.I., we believe healing happens when communities come together. Whether we’re supporting someone through a crisis, connecting families to resources, or empowering people with knowledge and advocacy, our mission is to ensure that no one has to face life’s challenges alone.
Our name comes from the Somali word Hami, meaning ambition. It represents our belief that lasting change begins with hope, compassion, and the courage to build stronger, healthier, and more inclusive communities together.
Health Advocacy Mutual Inclusivity Our Mission HAMI empowers underserved communities through mental health advocacy, housing support, education, youth services, and arts programs. Our mission is to promote inclusivity and inspire ambition for a healthier, more resilient community.
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Every donation, big or small, helps us continue our mission to heal, uplift, and inspire those in need.