Protect people from harm at work
Suggested Actions
Explain prohibited behaviour, how to report it, how concerns will be handled and what managers and witnesses are expected to do.
Share what is known, what remains undecided and when further information will be available, while giving employees a route to raise concerns or questions.
Use team discussion, role information and regular review to resolve overlaps, gaps or conflicting expectations before they lead to avoidable tension.
Make support routes routinely visible and ensure managers respond positively when someone asks for help, including before a situation reaches crisis point.
Ask employees where demands are highest, which patterns create sustained pressure and what practical changes would make the work more manageable.
Resources & Downloads
There are lots of ways you as an employer can support those experiencing domestic violence and abuse across Leeds, from posting information on your intranet, to educating your workforce to spot the signs
Redundancy can cause huge uncertainty, stress and anxiety. And it can make existing mental health problems worse.
Going through redundancy or periods of no work can be very unsettling. It can cause uncertainty, stress and anxiety, and can make existing mental health problems worse.
Everyone has a part to play in preventing sexual harassment, and managers are at the forefront of identifying and managing any incidents that occur.
The importance of inclusion and awareness of race disparities in the workplace are not new subjects.
How stigma and discrimination affect people with mental health problems, why people with mental health problems are discriminated against, and what you can do about stigma and discrimination.
Most adults spend about a third of their time at work, so it makes sense that issues in the workplace have a significant impact on mental health.
My Whole Self is Mental Health First Aid England’s campaign for workplace culture change, culminating on My Whole Self Day.
This is Me Storytelling empowers organisations to encourage their employees to open the conversation around mental health by sharing their personal experiences.
Many of us may come across negative or inaccurate beliefs about mental health. We may even have these opinions about our own mental health.
As we spend a large proportion of our time at work, the quality of the work environment and relationships has a significant impact on your team's wellbeing.
Uncertain economic climates can cause numerous risks to the financial wellbeing of the workforce.
Gendered Intelligence is a charity that exists to increase understandings of gender diversity and improve trans people’s quality of life.
The Toolkit
Engaging with your employees to increase their awareness of mental health in the workplace is a priority.
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TaskHave a clear plan for mental health across your workplace
Ensure employers establish an inclusive, actionable mental health strategy.
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TaskEstablish fair and inclusive policies and procedures
This action ensures workplace policies are legally compliant, inclusive, and fair.
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TaskDemonstrate your commitment to mental health at work
This action embeds mental health into an organisation’s core identity and leadership agenda.
Help your employees to understand their role in positive mental wellbeing. Help build confidence in your team and reduce stigma.
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TaskProtect people from harm at work
This action proactively safeguards employees by mitigating workplace hazards and misconduct.
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TaskCreate a safe and supportive environment that protects mental health.
This action fosters an open, respectful, and confidential workplace culture.
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TaskSupport flexible ways of working
This action empowers businesses to accommodate the diverse life stages and unexpected needs of their workforce by offering adaptable hours, locations, and transition plans.
Implement a solid approach to prevent bullying & discrimination and use sustainable methods to support employees.
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TaskSupport physical activity for good mental health
This action champions the vital link between movement and mental wellbeing by integrating physical activity directly into the working day.
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TaskSupport self-care for good mental health
This action empowers employees to actively manage their wellbeing by embedding and normalising self-care practices within the working day.
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TaskProvide a variety of mental health support options
This action ensures that employees have immediate access to a diverse ecosystem of mental health resources tailored to their individual preferences and needs.
Get Involved
The Leeds Mindful Employer Network brings local employers together to champion positive mental health at work. The Network is unique to Leeds, putting the city at the forefront of workplace mental health and wellbeing.
Becoming a Mindful Employer opens your business and staff up to a bunch of benefits. From quarterly peer support events to learn and newsletters and bulletins to keep you informed to local training, tools and resources.