Chai and Chat

Chai and Chat is a three-part community conversation series

This series focused on the South Asian community, is designed to empower participants to share about the stresses of acculturation/integration, family & community pressures, generational trauma, racism and inequalities in accessing care.

It is an opportunity to hold listening circles for, by and about South Asian Community members and provide the opportunity to validate and explore participants’ mental wellness journeys and discover avenues of support.

To attend these meetings, you must be:

• Of South Asian descent (including ancestry from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Maldives, and Indo-Caribbean individuals from countries including Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad & Tobago)
• Over 18 years old

Upcoming Chai and Chat Dates:

Session 1

Date: February 19

Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM CST

Link to Register: NAMI Cook County North Suburban Chai and Chat Registration 2026 – Fill out form

Session 2

Date: February 26

Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM CST

Link to Register: NAMI Cook County North Suburban Chai and Chat Registration 2026 – Fill out form

Session 3

Date: March 5

Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM CST

Link to Register: NAMI Cook County North Suburban Chai and Chat Registration 2026 – Fill out form