MHFA England®

🌿 The power of work: How organisations can support employee wellbeing Working in the outdoor sector can be incredibly beneficial to mental health – but it also brings unique challenges, from demanding roles and isolation to financial pressure and exposure to the elements. That’s why it’s vital that organisations take proactive steps to support workforce mental health. In this article promoted by Countryside Jobs Service during Stress Awareness Month we offer some valuable advice on how to support your workforce’s mental health. Read it at https://brnw.ch/21wS3SD #StressAwarenessMonth #EmployeeWellbeing #OutdoorCareers #MHFAEngland #MentalHealthAtWork #CountrysideJobs

📌 Our office and phone lines are now closed until 9am on Tuesday 22 April 2025. We look forward to working with you after the bank holiday weekend: https://brnw.ch/21wPyu3 #EmployeeWellbeing (Image description: The MHFA England® office is now closed until 9am, Tuesday 22 April 2025. As a training organisation, we can't provide mental health support, if you need support the following organisations can help you: Hub of Hope; Young Minds; Samaritans; NHS 111; Shout; Mind; Hopeline247.)

💚 Become an MHFAider and be part of a nationwide network that’s changing the way we think about and support mental health. Our MHFA course equips you with the tools to spot signs of mental health struggles, start important conversations, and offer support. Beyond the course, the Association of Mental Health First Aiders provides continuous learning and resources to keep your skills sharp and your confidence high. Whether you're looking to make a difference in your workplace or community, our training is the first step: https://brnw.ch/21wQZz2 (Image description: A white hand drawn pie chart displaying 98%. The words 98% are proud to be an MHFAider with MHFA England. All on a blue background. The Association of Mental Health First Aiders logo is at the bottom)

We stand for and with the trans community now and always. If you’re hurt, confused, upset, or still processing your feelings following the UK Supreme Court’s ruling yesterday, you are not alone. The trans community deserves support, love, visibility and representation. Your experiences and identities should never be erased or dismissed in this way. We see you, we value you, and we will fight with you. If you need support, please reach out to Switchboard - National LGBTQ+ Support Line MindOut - LGBTQ Mental Health Service or Gendered Intelligence

Yesterday’s Supreme Court ruling will feel heavy for many of us - especially the trans community. The mental health toll of public debate, constant scrutiny in the media, and legal decisions like this is profound. For trans people, this isn’t just political or legal. It’s personal. It’s exhausting. We know some of you are struggling right now, but know this: regardless of this ruling, we’ll keep providing compassionate, tailored mental health support and fighting for the rights of everyone with a mental health problem. You are safe here. We see you. We stand with you. If you need support, here are some places you can go: 🔹 Switchboard LGBT - 0800 0119100 🔹 Galop - 0800 999 5428 🔹 MindOut - mindout.org.uk 🔹 Mermaids - 0808 801 0400 🔹 Gendered Intelligence - genderedintelligence.co.uk 🔹 LGBT Foundation - lgbt.foundation Thank you to Not A Phase and @dirteemurfee for the artwork 💙

Perennial is an occupational charity supporting workers within the horticultural industry for over 185 years, with the vision ‘To build better futures for people in horticulture’. Mental health first aid is a vital part of this vision. To help tackle mental health issues, Perennial launched a pilot MHFA® programme to introduce Mental Health First Aiders across the sector. We spoke to Clare Downs, Head of Preventative Services, about how Perennial is paving the way for better mental health for horticultural workers: https://brnw.ch/21wQZtl (Image description: Two colleagues can be seen behind a range of vegetables. A red box displays the words: Case study. Below the words: "Perennial: Growing better mental health in the horticultural sector" can be seen in a dark gray box.)

📢 WEBINAR TODAY 📢 You still have time to register for your latest webinar...just! But be quick! 🖥️ Webinar: Neurodiversity at work: Supporting team mental health and performance Join our expert panel as we explore how managers can support and empower neurodiverse employees within the workplace. Gain practical strategies to support mental health, foster an inclusive culture, and create a psychologically safe working environment. Panellists: - Alicia Nagar, Head of People, Wellbeing and Equity, MHFA England® England - Dr Cecile Bowie PhD (She/Her), Doctor of Psychoanalytic studies and MHFA England National Trainer - Maya Woodley, People and Culture Specialist Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/eabfBu4A #Webinar #NeurodiversityWeek #NeurodivesityAtWork #SupportColleagues #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #MentalHealthExperts #MHFAiders

Mental Health Awareness Week is run by the Mental Health Foundation. In 2025 it takes place from 12 May – 18 May. The theme is ‘Community’, and it will celebrate the power and importance of community. Being part of a safe, positive community can be vital for our mental health and wellbeing. People and workplaces thrive when there are strong connections between teams. Communities can provide a sense of belonging, safety, support, and give us a sense purpose.  A strong community of Mental Health First Aiders or Champions can transform the culture of your organisation and should be a key component of any mental health and wellbeing strategy. What is MHFA England doing to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week? Find out: https://brnw.ch/21wRRu1 #WorkplaceWellbeing #MHAW25 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MHFA #PeopleManagers (Image description: Mental Health Awareness Week logo on purple background)

Only one week to go! We’re thrilled to be a part of State of Us’s upcoming event, where MHFA England’s Head of Campaigns & Communications, Leonie Mcllroy, will be part of a panel discussion on the state of mental health in the UK communications and PR sector. 📆 Wednesday 23 April 2025 🕠 5:45 pm - 7:30 pm 📍 Rose Court, 2 Southwark Bridge Road, London, SE1 9HS 🔗 Get your free tickets here: https://brnw.ch/21wS2ir Don’t miss out, and we hope to see you there! #WorkplaceWellbeingEvent #WorkplaceWellbeing #EmployeeWellbeing #MentalHealthAtWork

The Big Mental Health Report 2024 from Mind found that having a supportive line manager was the most helpful factor to ease work pressures (43%). At MHFA England®, we offer tailored training to help line managers: 🟢 Recognise signs of poor mental health 🟢 Hold stigma-free conversations 🟢 Promote wellbeing and self-care Training programmes that educate and upskill employees on mental health are cost-effective and easy to implement with a ROI of £5 for every £1. (Deloitte report 2024) 👉 Empower your managers and create a thriving workplace: https://brnw.ch/21wQXOF #MentalHealthAtWork #LeadershipMatters #EmployeeWellbeing