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A word from Steph
I have been having a lot of conversations with members about this new world we are entering into, and what lies ahead. The post Delta lockdown in many parts of the country is raising a variety of challenges and these look different for individuals and communities. Re-entry can bring up many things, whether that be social anxiety or Covid anxiety. The uncertainty and desire to see loved ones and over committing, or feeling obliged to see loved ones but not being ready. It is a challenging time for workplaces, navigating the range of experiences employees have had or are having. Many are eager to return to the office, many are not. And the overall uncertainty of the future, and fear of lockdowns occurring again are impacting peoples mental health. I refer back to the wonderful Dr Sadhbh Joyce who presented at our August Member Meeting and wrote the most recent think piece on self compassion. Always attempt to listen to your gut about where you are at and what you truly need for self care.
And Mental Health Month has come to an end. However, we know the ongoing promotion of mental health in the workplace continues all year around. A special shout out to Legal Aid NSW who won the Mental Health Matters, Workplace Wellbeing Award for their Mentally Healthy Workplaces Framework. Check out their Facebook Live where we discussed the framework here.
Our final member meeting for 2021 is on December 7 and will be virtual hopefully for the last time. As always, reach out to me directly if you want to learn about how you can engage more with the WayAhead Workplaces network.
Warm regards,
Steph
What's on
Double the FUNds - Beyond Bank Double Donation Day
On November 16 & 17, any donation that is made to WayAhead, NSW Mental Health Association, will be matched by Beyond Bank to the value of $10,000. This is a huge opportunity for WayAhead.
As a small player in the mental health space, we have limited resources for fundraising and are thrilled to be able to make the most of this opportunity. We have even made it nice and simple for you to support us!
Find out more at Double the FUNds - WayAhead Workplaces
December 2021 Virtual Member's Meeting
Join us virtually at 10am - 12pm on 7th December 2021 for our final Member's Meeting of the year. Speakers to be announced, calendar invite to be sent in coming weeks.
Direct Practical Business Coaching
The NSW Government has partnered with Transitioning Well to deliver free one-on-one mental health at work coaching programs to help your business or not-for-profit create a mentally healthy workplace.
Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Month
November is Perinatal Mental Health Awareness month - Up to 1 in 5 new and expectant parents experience some form of perinatal mental health issues, but lack of awareness means that many don’t get the support they need.
Find out more here and find our speaker series on the WayAhead Facebook page
Future Women Jobs Academy
The Future Women Jobs Academy is a free year-long professional development membership to support 140 women who have experienced perinatal depression or anxiety and who want to find, gain and retain employment.
Small Steps: Back to school after lockdown
WayAhead's Small Steps program is holding a children's back to school anxiety webinar after lockdown at 5pm on 8th November.
Find out more here
To find out how to book a Small steps event for your workplace, contact WayAhead Workplaces.
More discounts for Members
Happiness & Its Causes - Hybrid Conference
17 & 18 March 2022
Currently 50% off standard virtual and in-person tickets.
Contact Steph for an additional $50 off for WW members.
More information here
Mental Health First Aid for Workplaces - Blended Online Course
26th Nov & 3rd December 2021
Contact Steph for 20% off for WW members.
More information here
Wellness Designs Training Events
Our friends at Wellness Designs offer incredibly valuable and one of a kind training to enhance your wellbeing capabilities.
Virtual & Ongoing
Contact Steph for 10% off for WW members.
More information here
ANZ Mental Health Alliance Conferences
Multiple upcoming conferences
Discounts available for WW members
See all ANZMHA conference discounts
Member Spotlight
Being able to share learnings and compare strategies amongst the WayAhead community is very helpful to organisations. We are all in this together!
Dr Karen Luxford, CEO, Australian Council on Healthcare Standards
New Resources
The hybrid how-to handbook
Unmind's new handbook covers their 7 steps to hybrid working happiness to help you build your organisation's own hybrid strategy.
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Springday - Bridging the intention-action gap with programs
Informed by behavioural economics, learn how your workplace wellbeing initiatives can support employee wellbeing goals through habit creation.
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Beyond Blue Tips for Transitioning Back to the Workplace
Beyond Blue's tips for adjusting to life out of lockdown, from maintaining self care, to enjoying the little things.
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Modern work: how changes to the way we work are impacting Australians' mental health
This white paper by Black Dog Institute explores the changes the Australian workforce has seen across the last 20 years. From automation, digitisation, and casual work to COVID-19, how has mental health been impacted across Australia?
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Financial Wellbeing Report by Stanford Brown
Stanford Brown share findings from their FinFit tool discussing data collected from more than 500 surveys. The findings unearth insights into the financial lives and needs of employees at companies big and small
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Indicators of a Thriving Workplace - National Report 2021
Australia's largest annual survey for mental health and wellbeing by SuperFriend. highlights the the perceptions, attitudes, and experiences of over 10,000 workers in 2021.
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Articles
The transformative practice of self-compassion
In our latest think piece, Dr Sadhbh Joyce opens up about extreme burnout and her road to recovery through self-compassion.
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5 things to keep in mind when staff return to work after lockdown
Find out how to embrace flexibility, make realistic adjustments, accommodate for the employee experience in your transition back to the office.
Read it here
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Workplace COVID vaccinations- reflections by Vitality Works
Vaccinations are the lynchpin of COVID-normal life and work – especially now that ongoing booster shots have been approved.
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WayAhead Telephone Support Lines
WayAhead provide three information phone services to people based in, or near the borders of, NSW who are attempting to locate mental health support and services in their local area.
1300 794 991 - WayAhead Mental Health Information Line
1300 794 992 - WayAhead Anxiety Disorders Information Line
1300 554 660 - Carer Connection Helpline
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