Talking Matters: Supporting Men’s Mental Health at Work
Join fellow mindful employers from Swindon and the local area for vital discussions on mental health and employee wellbeing in the workplace.
As part of our Swindon Mindful Employer Network series, in partnership with Swindon & Gloucestershire Mind and Swindon Borough Council, this event will focus on Men’s Mental Health and explore the unique mental health struggles that men face, aligning with Men’s Mental Health Month, ‘Movember’ and International Men’s Day taking place in November. Gain insights, hear real-world experiences, and engage in meaningful conversations to create a supportive work environment.
Why attend?
Poor mental health impacts men and women differently. Expectations of masculinity means that men are less likely to open up to others about their feelings, worries and issues affecting them, which often leads to bottling up emotions and suffering in silence.
It is important to explore how your business can foster a workplace that is informed, supportive, and thriving. This event offers insights and practical strategies from expert speakers to better support positive mental health at work for men, and how to recognise and address the stigmas and unique mental health issues that men experience.
Key takeaways:
- Increase understanding of men’s mental health
- Identify healthy coping strategies
- Explore mental health services for men
- How to encourage open conversations
- Understand self-care strategies and healthy outlets for stress
- How to foster a supportive work environment for men
Our guest speakers:
- Isaac Parry (Public Health Practitioner, Substance Misuse & Mental Health at Swindon Borough Council), on the construction industry and the challenges men can face linked to workplace culture.
- Tim Howe (Founder of The Longevity Games), sharing his personal experience and the story behind creating an initiative that encourages people to stay active and improve their long-term health.
- Katriona Goodsell (Case-UK, Able Futures) on how employers can better support their employees' mental health in the workplace.
Who should attend?
Anyone in the Swindon region, and beyond, is welcome to join us! The event will be of particular interest to:
- Business owners, HR professionals, and team leaders
- Mental Health, Wellbeing & EDI champions in the workplace
- Anyone looking to build a supportive and informed work culture
- Participants in men’s mental health support groups in the community