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Wellbeing @ Work virtual Summit
This is a must-attend event for Aus & NZ leaders who want their workplace to thrive. WayAhead Workplaces members receive an exclusive 50% discount. Get in quick while tickets are $99 for a limited time!
Coming up
Electrical Contractor webinar, 9 September - WorkSafe QLD
Hear from Australian football champion Mat Rogers and get the latest advice on safety in the electrical industry in this free Electricity Safety Week webinar.
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R U OK? Day, 10 September - R U OK?
R U OK? Day is next Thursday and this year's message is "There's more to say after R U OK?" Learn what to say next in this conversation guide.
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Creating a Mental Health Critical Incident Protocol, 17 September - Jonah Group
How does a workplace respond to a mental health Critical Incident such as suicidal ideation and panic attacks? As leaders, how do we respond? Is our response meeting our duty of care? Join Anna Feringa, one of Australia's leading Workplace Mental Health experts for this free webinar.
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Online Virtual Workshops, 22 & 30 September - Lifeline Training Queensland
Lifeline's virtual training Handling Challenging Calls and Behaviours equips workers in contact with the public to respond appropriately to people who are distressed, upset or aggressive, while Working Effectively develops participants' communication skills to support a colleague, client or friend. WayAhead Workplaces members receive an exclusive 10% discount to participate in either/both workshops. Contact us for the discount code.
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Building a Strong Mental Health Culture within your Organisation, 23 September - Get Healthy at Work
The Get Healthy at Work team are launching a free lunchtime webinar series. Register here for the first webinar, focusing on mental health.
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Mental Health Month (NSW, ACT & VIC), 1-31 October - WayAhead
Celebrated each year in October, Mental Health Month is an opportunity to raise awareness of mental health & wellbeing and promote activities & ideas that can have a positive impact on our daily lives and the lives of others. This year's theme is “Tune In”. Order resources, download the event starter kit and register your event on the Mental Health Month website.
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See what fantastic Discounts and Offers are available to WayAhead Workplaces members, and what else is on in September and beyond in our calendars below.
Member Spotlight
Having an opportunity to be able to tell a success story from your initiatives also helps engagement and can assist in putting health and wellbeing front and centre in your organisation."
Ben Harvey, Health and Wellbeing Leader at IKEA
New resources
We have recently added a new section to our Resource Library called New Resources. It is a handy place for you to find any, you guessed it, new resources. Below is just a few highlights.
Ahead for Business New Digital Hub - Everymind
A new digital hub designed by small business, for small business to support the mental health and wellbeing of small business owners, regardless of their setting and industry.
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MySuperFriend Online Learning Platform - SuperFriend
A new online learning platform offering training, reporting and resources for employees & leaders in all organisations, as well as a few courses to support specialised roles.
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Preventing and managing fatigue-related risk in the workplace - WHSQ
A new guide has been published on the effect fatigue has on drivers, shift workers, plant operators and those who are required to concentrate highly.
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COVID-19 and HR's Wellbeing - Australian HR Institute
AHRI's latest wellbeing report illuminates the realities of what it’s like to work in human resources amid a pandemic.
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Early Intervention Service Pilot Evaluation - Comcare
Comcare recently led an early intervention pilot with three APS agencies that achieved double the recovery rate and improved recovery, return to work and costs benefits to employers.
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Work-connected interventions for people with psychological injuries - Monash University
SIRA has published a report that looks at existing evidence and practices in the management of psychological injury claims.
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Articles
This is what coronavirus will do to our offices and homes - BBC
Architects have been rethinking the buildings we inhabit. See how the future might look in this interesting animation.
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What to do when someone is crying at work - HRM
Clear and easy tips to make a positive impact: gather the emotional data, reach for new tools, avoid toxic positivity, and create a space that normalises vulnerability.
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How to support emotional wellness for remote employees - Mindful Leader
A checklist to help you better manage your employees, created by a business and life coach.
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For more of the latest and best workplace wellbeing Resources, Research and Articles, login to our Members-only Resource Library or become a member to gain access today.
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