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Celebrating 25 Years of Connection, Compassion, and Hope
For 25 years, BPD Alliance has been the leading organization dedicated to expanding awareness, education, and support for individuals and families affected by BPD. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into the national and international leader in family education, skills training, and advocacy.
Looking ahead, we are committed to expanding access to evidence-based education, increasing resources for families and caregivers, strengthening partnerships with clinicians and researchers, and reaching communities that have historically been underserved.
Throughout this anniversary year, we’ll host events and initiatives that honor our progress, strengthen our mission, and lay the foundation for the next 25 years. We invite you to join us in advancing a future where emotional wisdom prevails — and where every family has the tools and support they need.
25th Anniversary Events
Day of Connection
(In-Person)
May 2nd, 2026
Locations across the US
Join us at one of our in-person gatherings across the country—small, warm, and designed for real connection. Families, mental health professionals, and people with lived experience come together to share stories, build support, and create meaningful moments that strengthen our entire community. Come feel the energy, the hope, and the belonging.
Registration will open on March 20, 2026.
Day of Connection
(Virtual)
May 17, 2026
Don’t miss this uplifting 90-minute online event that brings our community together regardless of your location. Experience interactive moments of connection, be inspired by a live talk from our founder Dr. Alan Fruzzetti, and celebrate with us as we reveal our C.A.R.E. Award winners and Service Award honorees. Join us and feel the power of community—wherever you are!
Registration for the virtual day of connection will open April 15, 2026.
25th Anniversary
Celebration Dinner
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Location – New York City Area
Celebrate with us! Join an inspiring evening of connection, gratitude, and community as we mark 25 years of NEABPD’s impact. Our celebration dinner will include special guests, meaningful recognitions, and stories of hope that remind us why this work matters.
To join the Anniversary Committee Dinner, please email abby@bpdalliance.org.
25th Anniversary Podcast Series
This landmark series brings together renowned clinicians alongside the authentic voices of families and people with lived experience, offering insight, guidance, and hope for everyone touched by emotion dysregulation or BPD. Thoughtful, expansive, and grounded in real-world expertise, this 25-episode collection presents deeply human conversations as a powerful resource for learning, connection, and healing.
The first episode will be released in May 2026. Stay tuned for updates!
New: Connection Card Decks
To honor our 25th year, NEABPD is proud to introduce three new Connection Card Decks—each created to spark meaningful dialogue, deepen emotional awareness, and strengthen relationships across our community.
Family Members Deck — prompts that foster empathy, shared understanding, and healing conversations
Lived Experience Deck — reflections and practices that support self-awareness, personal growth, and skill building
Mental Health Professional Deck — thoughtful questions designed to enhance therapeutic communication and collaboration
These decks will debut at our Day of Connection events and will also be available for purchase online later this year.
A simple tool with the power to open hearts, spark insight, and bring people closer.
Coming May 2026.
Honoring 25 Years of Impact
- 50,000+ families have participated in the Family ConnectionsTM program
- Thousands of clinicians have been trained in evidence-based approaches
- A landmark policy achievement: NEABPD played a central role in the unanimous 2008 Congressional designation of May as Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month
- Global reach: Family ConnectionsTM and BPD Alliance training programs now operate in more than 30 countries
- Sustained community leadership: Volunteers, clinicians, and researchers continue to expand access to compassionate, skills-based support
Thank You to Our Partners AND SPONSORS
We’re deeply grateful to our volunteers, donors, and partner organizations who’ve supported NEABPD’s mission through the years.