Demonstrate your commitment to mental health at work
Suggested Actions
Maintain visibility throughout the year through regular leadership messages, updates and activity, rather than relying only on awareness days.
Give champions, mental health first aiders or similar roles a clear remit, suitable preparation, protected time and routes for advice or escalation.
Choose a charter or accreditation relevant to the organisation and use its commitments to identify improvements, not simply as a badge.
Provide regular updates on what has been promised, what has happened, what has changed and what employees can expect next.
Use the standing agenda item to review progress, employee feedback, workforce risks and decisions requiring leadership support.
Agree a small number of meaningful measures and report both activity completed and what difference it appears to be making.
Specify relevant expectations clearly when commissioning work, and consider how suppliers will evidence or discuss their approach.
Resources & Downloads
From family-run businesses to national corporations, join the growing number of employers across the country who are committing to achieve better mental health at work.
We are a unique offer to Leeds and West Yorkshire, putting the region at the forefront of initiatives to promote workplace mental health and wellbeing.
Fair working practices are essential for a successful business and satisfied employees. That’s why, in Autumn 2023, the Mayor launched the Fair Work Charter.
Established in 2011, Inclusive Employers works with hundreds of organisations to audit, train and embed workplace inclusion.
With high levels of stress and disengagement, organisations are introducing Wellbeing Champions as a key part of their wellbeing strategy.
Join the MindWell team in marking important days throughout the year to promote mental health and wellbeing.
Healthy working policies, tools and adjustments only work when leaders set expectations, model inclusive behaviours and create psychological safety across the organisation.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England has today launched best-practice guidance for employers on how to implement Mental Health First Aid in the workplace.
With 1 in 7 people now juggling work with caring for someone who is older, ill or disabled - and our population ageing – carers are a growing reality in our workforce.
The Skate Sanctuary: Creating a Safe and Supportive Workplace
The Skate Sanctuary is a small, community-focused organisation delivering skating and wellbeing experiences. Despite its size, it has developed a people-first culture where emotional safety, trust and clear expectations underpin the way the organisation operates.
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.