Our vision is to create community around an ecological model of health.

Founded in 2019, La Maida Project is a nonprofit organization addressing the mental health crisis by empowering organizations to adopt an ecological approach to healing that improves the mental health of their teams and those they serve.

HOW LA MAIDA PROJECT BEGAN

Core Values

At La Maida Project, we are committed to a shared set of values (C.I.R.C.L.E.) that guide our decision-making, provide clarity in times of uncertainty, and ensure alignment with those we collaborate with. These values define how we operate both internally as a team and externally as service providers and partners. They serve as our guiding principles, shaping our actions and commitments in all that we do.

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COMMUNITY: We dedicate time to build strong connections and establish a felt sense of belonging through mutual care and teamwork.

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INTEGRITY: We act with authenticity and transparency, embracing our whole selves to foster a culture of trust in alignment with our values.

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RESPECT: We create inclusive spaces of mutual respect, holding ourselves accountable for our words and actions.

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CULTURE OF WELL-BEING: Our team flourishes within a culture of well-being that dedicates resources to nurture staff health and wellness, cultivating harmony and balance for our whole selves.

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LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP: We invest in the development of diverse staff leadership by encouraging continuous growth through learning opportunities, inspired by our individual curiosity and pursuit of purpose.

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ECOLOGICAL LENS: We recognize that the human experience is complex and individuals are deeply impacted by their relationships and environments. We make decisions that honor the interconnectedness and balance between individuals, communities, and ecosystems.

Board of Directors

Thomas Armentrout-Wiswall

Treasurer

Drew Carey

Mason Farmani

Vice Chair

Steven Klein

Board Chair

Jane Lipsitz

Alexis Naim, LCSW

Founder

Omid Naim, MD

Founder

Sarah Schultz

Founder’s Circle

We give special recognition to the members of La Maida Project’s Founder’s Circle for their commitment and investment in our mission.

Ryan Bingham

Drew Carey

CHAIR

Jennifer Garner

Hassie Harrison

Catherine Peterffy

CHAIR

Bill Reilly

Jenny Reilly

Anna Schafer

George Stephanopoulos

Blake Slatkin

Ali Wentworth

Engage With Us

Join the community of people who are rewriting the story of mental health and well-being with La Maida Project. Let’s work together to support each other through these uncertain times by securing our human nature and innate resilience.

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