No images? Click here Welcome to the June 2020 eNews Mental Health Matters Awards - nominate now!Do you know a person or organisation doing exceptional work in mental health in NSW? The nominations for this year’s Mental Health Matters Awards are now open. The Awards celebrate the incredible work being done in communities across the state to promote wellbeing, raise awareness of mental health issues and improve the lives of people living with mental ill-health. There are eight categories, including the WayAhead Workplaces Wellbeing Award, named in honour of our program, and a new Media and the Arts Award. Nominate yourself, a program you work for/with, or a program or person you know. Nominations close 10 July 2020. Members spotlightOur latest Members Spotlight shines on Tasia Mitsoulas from GU Health / nib, one of our longest serving members. Thank you for your ongoing support in different roles over the years, Tasia! Sector spotlight - awards, conferences, events, webinars and workshopsMental Health Month Small Grant Applications, Close 31 July 2020 - WayAheadEach year a number of small grants are offered to assist the staging of mental health promotion activities or events in NSW during October’s Mental Health Month. There are five categories of grants available: General, Youth, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander, and LGBTIQA+. See here for more information including a Starter Kit and to Apply!
Recovery Boost $50,000 Funding Program Round 2, Close 6 August 2020 - NSW State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA)SIRA's Recovery Boost Round 2 is now open! The program aims to inspire innovative solutions to gather evidence on what works to improve mental health recovery at work. Grants of up to $50,000 are on offer for individuals and organisations with great ideas to create positive change. All the details including webinar modules to help you to develop your application can be found on the Mentally Healthy Workplaces website. Apply now!
Workplace Wellness Virtual Festival, 18-19 August 2020 - VI Conferences, Special Offer for WW MembersWe have only a few FREE tickets remaining for WayAhead Workplaces members to attend the Workplace Wellness Virtual Festival 2020, the largest Workplace Wellbeing Conference in Australia this year! Conference track themes include: Mental Wellbeing, Health & Wellness, Employee Engagement, Financial Wellness, Meaning & Purpose, and Workplace Experience. Contact Lynley quickly to snap up our few remaining FREE tickets. After these are exhausted, the first 1000 general tickets are $50 incl. GST for the two full days, which is still an incredible offer!
Staff Wellbeing Digital Bundle - Healthy Minds Program, Discount for WW MembersBring the Healthy Minds Program to your workplace via flexible delivery, including a brand new webinar to support staff transition back to the new-look workplace. Click each link to view a brief video introduction:
We have an exclusive discount for WayAhead Workplaces members to access these webinars for themselves or their workplace. Please contact Lynley. Non-members can contact Leanne at Healthy Minds directly. Resource spotlightWorkplace Wellbeing and COVID-19 Support - WayAhead WorkplacesOur Workplace Wellbeing and COVID-19 Support page now has two new sections: Research, and Small Business! The page is being updated weekly, in particular the webinar section as new ones come up each week.
Work from Home Resource Suite - Get Healthy at WorkThe Get Healthy at Work team have recently launched a new suite of work from home resources addressing a number of health areas, designed to be relevant to workplaces during and after any COVID-19 restrictions are in place.
Podcasts to Ponder on for Positivity - IDEASFreshen up your usual podcast landscape with this selection of Mindfulness, Positivity and Health podcasts.
Strategies to Thrive in Uncertain Times - Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) Alumni AssociationHelp manage your wellbeing during this time with the Strategies to Thrive playlist.
Supporting Community Connection Resources - MHCCEarlier this month MHCC launched a huge variety of co-designed learning materials to help people support clients, colleagues, neighbours, family and friends living with mental health conditions.
The Benefits of a Mindful & Productive Lunch - Mindful LeaderStudies have shown the benefits of bringing mindfulness into your work life. Check out these podcasts, TED Talks and documentaries during your lunch breaks.
Risks of Legionnaires’ Disease in Reopening Buildings – NCSA FoundationAs businesses across Australia prepare to reopen, building owners & occupiers are reminded of their legal obligation to ensure air-conditioning cooling towers are properly maintained, to reduce the risk of Legionnaires’ disease.
Mind Your Mental Health as an Expecting or New Mum Working from Home Due to Coronavirus - PANDANew resources to help expecting and new mums working from home (another resource for dads will be released soon).
Flexible Working in the NSW Government - Public Service CommissionGreat flexible working resources designed specifically for employees, managers, People and Culture teams, and leaders.
EQUILIBRIUM Part 2: Mindset & Emotional Wellbeing - Raw EnergyThe second part of EQUILIBRIUM is now available, taking your wellbeing journey to the next level. This time, the focus is on Mindset & Emotional Wellbeing.
How Mindfulness Can Help During Coronavirus - Smiling MindEvidence-based, practical tools and techniques to help you manage uncertainty, reduce anxiety and stay connected & grounded.
Identifying and Assessing Chronic Disease Workplace Risks - Workplace Health and Safety QueenslandWHSQ has two free online tools to assist businesses make their workplaces healthier, by identifying and assessing work health and wellbeing risks that can cause poor physical health.
WorkWell Toolkit - WorkSafe VictoriaThe WorkWell Toolkit is a free online tool which uses a step-by-step approach to help business leaders promote mental health and prevent mental injury in the workplace, through access to tailored tools and information. Research spotlightTake Five: How Long a Break Do You Really Need? - American Psychological AssociationIn a recent study published in the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, researchers tested the effect of different break durations and activities using an experimental design in a simulated work setting.
3 Ways to Advance Gender Equity as We Return to the Office - Harvard Business ReviewAs we plan the return to the workplace and think about what work might look like after the shutdown, leaders have the opportunity to supercharge progress on gender equity.
How CEOs Can Support Employee Mental Health in a Crisis - Harvard Business ReviewUsing data from a global study of over 2,700 employees across more than 10 industries during March and April 2020, here are five steps every leader and manager should take.
Research-Led Frontline Mental Wellbeing Recommendations – NSCA FoundationAn Australian research team has developed a set of recommendations to manage the mental health of frontline medical workers during viral outbreaks.
5 Fundamental 'Keys to Thrive' - The Serenity CollectiveSenior leaders from organisations across Australia were asked what it will take for our teams and workplaces to thrive in this next decade. See the results here.
Study Reveals Dual Impact of Technology on Worker's Mental Health - The University of SydneyNew research examined why technology is a “double-edged sword”, impacting workers and businesses in both positive and negative ways, and identified key strategies to safeguard employee mental health.
New Study Examines Impact of Major Life Events on Wellbeing - The University of Technology Sydney & the University of SydneyResearchers have compared the differing impacts of 18 major life events on the happiness and life satisfaction of Australians, and how long the impact lasts.
Seeking Participants: Global StressFactor Study - Future of Work InsightsWith such significant change across the globe to the way we work during recent weeks due to COVID-19, the Wellbeing@Work Event team want to take a barometer of employees across the world to discover the real impact on individuals & organisations. Be part of the largest global workplace stress & wellbeing study and receive your FREE Personality Profile Report.
Seeking Participants: Digital Disaster Training Platform Development Survey - Phoenix AustraliaPhoenix Australia are seeking the urgent support of PHNs, GPs, other health professionals & community workers supporting the recovery of individuals & communities following a disaster (natural & man-made), to better understand your training needs, what resources you wish you'd had access to and what would be helpful right now. Complete the short online survey here.
Seeking Participants: Survey of Health and Wellbeing, Monitoring the Impact of COVID-19 - Swinburne University of TechnologyWhat are the impact of social distancing, self-isolation, and quarantine on our health, psychological wellbeing and relationships? Swinburne University of Technology are looking for participants to undertake surveys to help answer these questions. Ideally participants will undertake three surveys, released 6-8 weeks apart. Survey One is now open and can be completed in the comfort of your own home and will take roughly 30 minutes. Articles of interest9 Mindful Exercises to Do from Home - Creative BloqTired, frustrated, lacking motivation? You’re not alone, especially right now. Basic mindfulness activities can help.
3 Tips on Resiliency to Help You Avoid Remote-Work Burnout - Fast CompanyHere are three things you can do to sustain resilience for the long-term.
Why The Office Simply Cannot Go Away: The Compelling Case For The Workplace - ForbesThe workplace offers all kinds of critical value. Here are five reasons we need to keep the shared office.
Don’t Kill the Commute – It Might Make Us Better People - HRMMany employees have enjoyed the delights of a 30-second commute over the last few months, but do you know the hugely important role the commute can play in our lives?
Three Things to Do for Your Mental Health Right Now - Psychology TodayThree tools to help you cope in this challenging time, from experts in the field of Psychology.
The 7 Habits of Highly Resilient People - RAW Mind CoachThe RAW Mind Coach research team have examined the factors which build resilience. Something a little different...Coronavirus Rhapsody - Raúl IrabiénBased on original song “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Freddy Mercury and Queen, enjoy this clever COVID-19 cover.
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