Project Inspire

The purpose of Project Inspire is to: Provide a supportive community for individuals directly affected by psychosis, voices, visions, and “unusual beliefs,” as well as for their family members. Connect affected individuals with on-campus resources—such as the CAE, caseworking office, aftercare program, CAPPS, AAP, and disability union—only if they seek support. Reduce stigma surrounding psychosis, voices, visions, and “unusual beliefs” through educational outreach, including visiting public schools in Los Angeles to teach about these experiences. Host guest speakers, including individuals with lived experiences as well as experts on psychosis, voices, visions, and “unusual beliefs.” Engage with the greater Los Angeles community by offering mentorship programs that connect undergraduate and graduate students with exemplary role models. Empower those affected to take pride in their experiences , helping them overcome feelings of shame and guilt.

projectinspireucla@gmail.com

Signatories: Josephine Blumencwejg, Matthew Sun, and Jennifer XU

Advisor: Aranza Angelica Guzman