A new national learning network to help employers promote and support mentally healthy workplaces has been established.
The network aims to complement the range of information, advice and support available through this platform.
It is jointly hosted by Scottish Government, Public Health Scotland, and See Me.
Through the network, you can learn what employers and others across Scotland are doing to support mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.
You can also share your experiences with others in a dedicated peer learning space.
Anyone responsible for supporting and promoting mental health and wellbeing within their organisation is invited to join.
The network is open to all sizes of organisations across all sectors in Scotland and membership is free.
Frequency of network meetings and joining instructions
Network meetings take place uarterly, usually by Microsoft Teams.
Previous network meetings have focused on the following themes:
- mental health stigma and discrimination
- men’s mental health
- how to create positive and inclusive cultures around mental health and wellbeing at work
- the impact of severe and enduring mental illness in the workplace
Meetings have featured spotlight sessions and panel discussions with employers and organisations who offer support for mental health, including:
- Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH)
- Andy’s Man Club
- Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
- Mathieson’s Bakery Ltd
- Paragon Housing Association
- Bipolar Scotland
- Electrify
Upcoming network events
Thursday 20 June 2024, 9:30 am - 11 am
Quarterly SMHW network meeting, hosted online via MS Teams. Discussing mentally flourishing workplaces.
Thursday 31 October 2024, 9:30 am - 11 am
Quarterly SMHW network meeting, hosted online via MS Teams. Discussing supporting the mental health and wellbeing of young people in the workplace.
Look out for the next edition of our network newsletter. By signing up to the mailing list you will also receive an invitation to register for network events via Eventbrite once tickets are released.
To sign up, or for any queries relating to the network, please email mentalwellbeing@gov.scot
Feedback from previous network meetings
”Wow – best online session attended for a while. Excellent speakers and sharing real life experiences invaluable. Thanks for your time in arranging this and I look forward to the next!”
”Great session. So glad to be able to network and share ideas for MH and Wellbeing support for colleagues and partners.”
“Loved every minute. Thank you for sharing your experiences.”
“Really pleased to see this network being created, and I hope to connect with some of you in the months ahead!”
“Thank you so much for this session, it’s been so informative and has motivated me with lots of great ideas to take forward.”