The Ambiguity of Wellbeing: Understanding mental health in the workplace
The Ambiguity of Wellbeing: Understanding mental health in the workplace
About this Webinar
Join us for an enlightening webinar on "The Ambiguity of Wellbeing: Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace," where we explore the critical importance of a strategic approach to mental health. We will unpack the often-misunderstood term "wellbeing" and its implications for workplace culture with experts Samantha Thomas and Roberto C Garcia from EY.
This session will address the necessity for clarity in defining mental health initiatives, emphasising the need for reliable measurements and assessments to develop and evaluate effective psychosocial risk management strategies. Additionally, we will delve into the pivotal role of leadership in recognising and managing psychosocial risks, examining how these factors impact both workforce wellbeing and organisational culture. Equip yourself with the knowledge to foster a healthier, more engaged workplace.
Who will benefit
This webinar is designed for Health and Safety executives, professionals, managers and leaders, invested in creating a healthier workplace culture. Whether you're looking to enhance your understanding of mental health, implement effective wellbeing initiatives, or address challenges within your organisation, this session will provide valuable insights for you.
Key Talking Points
- Understanding mental health in the workplace: Highlighting the importance of a strategic approach to mental health and the pitfalls of the ambiguous term "wellbeing".
- Clarity and measurement of mental health initiatives: Discussion the need for clear definitions and reliable measurement and assessments to develop and evaluate effective psychosocial risk management strategies
- Governance and psychosocial risk management: Discussing the key role of leadership in understanding and managing psychosocial risks, and the impact these have on the workforce and organisational culture.
Presentation Slides
Speakers
Roberto C Garcia
Lead Partner, Mental Health and Psychosocial Risk Management, EY
Roberto is the lead partner of EY’s Mental Health and Psychosocial Risk Management service line for the growing demand from business leaders to address the mental health and psychological stress challenges employees face. This service focuses on proactive psychosocial risk management at work and the key role organisations play in this equation through effective hazard identification, risk management, leadership development, establishment of appropriate governance standards, work re-design, better use of digital technology and integration of people based mental health initiatives to the way business is carried out.
Samantha Thomas
Senior Manager, Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) at EY
Samantha Thomas is a Senior Manager at EY, in the Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) team. Her experience and passion in mental health, safety, and wellbeing has supported both public and private sector entities towards sustainable practices that prioritise the human elements of business. Samantha’s focus on workplace mental health and safety extends beyond compliance to embrace the broader aspects of social sustainability, ensuring that organisational culture and workplace dynamics contribute positively to overall organisational outcomes and is highlighted in their safety reporting.
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