ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Mad pride

Mad Pride is about celebrating and respecting people who live with mental illnesses, like depression or anxiety. It is also about helping break down the stigma or negative beliefs people may have about mental illnesses. Mad Pride is about believing that everyone has the right to be respected, no matter what their mental health is or how it affects their life. Mad Pride is about celebrating the strength and resilience of people living with a mental illness and recognizing that everyone’s experiences are unique and should be heard.