This interactive workshop is designed to equip you with the tools to create a mentally healthy and supportive workplace. By tackling the stigma around mental health and learning how to offer appropriate support, you can foster an environment where everyone feels valued. Mental health challenges are increasingly common in workplaces, and it’s crucial to be proactive in addressing them.

The session is aimed at managers, HR professionals, and any employee looking to better understand mental health issues and how to build a culture of inclusion. It offers practical steps to ensure that your workplace is supportive, open, and prepared to help employees facing mental health challenges.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

• Understand the importance of mental health awareness in the workplace.
• Recognise and provide support for employees experiencing mental health challenges.
• Promote a culture of inclusion, understanding, and open dialogue about mental health.
• Develop actionable strategies to support mental well-being in your workplace.
• Identify signs of distress and take appropriate action to offer support.
• Reduce stigma and encourage openness around mental health discussions.

Workshop Format:
The workshop will be delivered remotely, accessible to participants across the UK. It will be highly interactive, combining expert-led discussions, real-life case studies, and practical exercises to ensure participants not only gain knowledge but also develop skills for applying it effectively.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for managers, HR professionals, team leaders, and any employee looking to improve mental health support in the workplace and help create a more supportive environment.

About the Trainer:

Amanda O’Connell is a Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) with a wealth of experience in mental health first aid, suicide alertness training, and providing support across a range of services. Known for her empathetic, compassionate, and practical approach, Amanda has worked extensively in support roles, helping individuals navigate mental health challenges, build resilience, and foster a sense of inclusion. With a background in providing employability support within mental health services, she has helped a range of organisations create more inclusive and supportive workplaces. She is passionate about empowering organisations to create supportive and inclusive environments for all employees. Amanda’s approach focuses on understanding individual needs and providing straightforward, actionable solutions to create lasting change.