Mental Health Advocate & Author; Founder of To Write Love on Her Arms; New York Times Bestselling Author
Jamie Tworkowski Biography
Jamie Tworkowski is the founder of To Write Love on Her Arms, a nonprofit organization recognized in the mental health and suicide prevention field. The organization began when Tworkowski, then a Florida sales representative for the surf brand Hurley, created a MySpace page to share a story he wrote about his friend Renee, who was experiencing depression and addiction. The original story was posted as a blog on MySpace, and funds were raised by selling T-shirts with the goal of supporting Renee's treatment. The story gained widespread attention, leading to orders from across the United States and internationally. As the organization grew, Tworkowski left his position at Hurley to focus on the nonprofit full time.
To Write Love on Her Arms is dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for individuals struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. The organization provides resources, encourages community support, and invests directly in treatment and recovery. It has responded to people in 100 countries and invested more than $2.7 million into treatment and recovery initiatives. The organization has received recognition from Mashable and the American Giving Awards, and its message has been supported by bands such as Switchfoot, Anberlin, and Paramore, contributing to its visibility in the music industry.
A film based on To Write Love on Her Arms was released, and Tworkowski authored the New York Times bestselling book, "If You Feel Too Much," which was nominated in the Best Memoir/Autobiography category of the Goodreads Choice Awards. The book features essays that address mental health, hope, and the importance of seeking help. Tworkowski has spoken publicly about his own mental health experiences, sharing insights from his work with the organization and his personal journey with depression.
After more than a decade with To Write Love on Her Arms, Tworkowski shifted his focus to independent speaking and writing. He is a two-time TEDx speaker and has addressed audiences at universities, concerts, and conferences in the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom. His work has been featured by Rolling Stone, NBC Nightly News, and CBS Sunday Morning. Tworkowski continues to share the organization's story and promote mental health awareness through public speaking engagements in the United States and internationally, including in India and Iraq.
Tworkowski has expanded his efforts to include leading small-group conversations via Zoom on topics such as friendship and navigating change, as well as offering coaching and consulting services. He has returned to writing with the launch of "Ever Get Home" on Substack. Through his work, Tworkowski encourages audiences to consider what it means to live a compassionate life and emphasizes the importance of mental health advocacy.
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Jamie Tworkowski Speaking Topics
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TWLOHA Turns 20: Two Decades of Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
Jamie Tworkowski reflects on the 20th anniversary of To Write Love on Her Arms. What started as an attempt to tell one story and help one friend back in 2006 quickly became a global movement and an award-winning non-profit organization. 20 years later, Jamie reflects on this incredible journey, offering his unique perspective on mental health and suicide prevention. How has the conversation evolved and what has changed since 2006?Where have we made progress and what unique challenges do we face in 2026? How do social media and technology factor in?
Always hoping to bring a mix of inspiration, entertainment, and vulnerability, Jamie also talks about his own personal journey, from struggling with depression to being diagnosed with ADHD after leaving TWLOHA in 2021. Full of compelling anecdotes, lessons learned, and funny moments too, this talk is a reminder that big things tend to start small. Jamie invites each attendee to consider the significance of their life, their story, and the characters in that story. Because something as simple as trying to help one person can end up making an impact beyond our wildest dreams.
Jamie Tworkowski Videos
TO WRITE LOVE | A Documentary on the Movement
We hear from thousands of people each year who need help. And the number one reason they don’t get mental health care is because they can’t...
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