Australia's peak industry body for research, data and insights organisations SUPPORTING LEADERS IN A TIME OF NEED IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON MENTAL HEALTH WEBINAR – THURSDAY 22 OCTOBER 2020 AMSRO continues to support our members through the pandemic. October is Mental Health Month* and AMSRO is pleased to present this special, one-hour free webinar which addresses the unique psychosocial risks associated with COVID-19. In association with specialist psychological consultancy Communicorp and presented by General Manager and Principal Psychologist, Mark Oostergo, this webinar is aimed exclusively at leaders and senior managers. Mark will explore how we, as humans, react to uncertainty and the dangers associated with physical isolation and remote working. The webinar will also cover practical strategies for leaders to:
There will be time for participants to ask direct questions and gain practical, personal experience and helpful tips. Date: Thursday 22 October 2020 Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm (daylight saving time) Cost: Free and exclusive to AMSRO member CEOs and 2ICs By invitation only – limited spaces available. Please be sure to reserve your place by emailing Jennifer@amsro.com.au with your name and company. A recording of the webinar will also be available after the event. MARK OOSTERGO General Manager, Principal Psychologist, Communicorp Mark Oostergo began his career in the Australian Army as a Psychology Officer. He concluded his decade-long career in the military as the commander of a health centre with over one hundred staff across multiple allied health professions. He was awarded an Australian Defence Force Gold Commendation for his motivational and supportive leadership in this role. Mark works with high performing individuals and teams in healthcare, elite sports, the corporate sector, police and emergency services, and large government departments. Mark takes a practical and applied approach to psychology and communicates it in a way that is easily accessible. He has a passion for delivering tailored workplace interventions to promote positive mental health to create a flourishing work environment. REMINDER - MEMBER SURVEY #3 closes soon PLEASE COMPLETE BY WEDNESDAY 14 OCTOBER 2020 To further assist AMSRO's planning and on-going advocacy efforts and to support your journey to the next normal, we invite you to complete the short follow-up member survey via the button below. Please note - this is the third survey in six months - results of the previous surveys are available here. Please ensure we receive only one submission per company. All responses will be anonymous. The results will be presented at the Member Forum, scheduled after the AGM on Thursday 29 October 2020. For further information: Sarah Campbell Executive Director l AMSRO Phone: 0460 012 092 October is Mental Health Month *This awareness month encourages all of us to think about our mental health and wellbeing, regardless of whether we may have a lived experience of mental illness or not. This month also gives us the opportunity to understand the importance of mental health in our everyday lives and encourages help-seeking behaviours when needed. |