Wednesday 4 October 2023
Every October, Business SA shines a spotlight on the mental health and well-being of both employers and employees through a month packed with activations, events, and challenges.
These initiatives are crafted to educate and inspire South Australian businesses, fostering awareness of mental health challenges and promoting the implementation of practical measures within organisations to enhance overall wellbeing.
Mental Health Month is proudly supported by
MAJOR EVENT: Adelaide Oval on Friday 20 October - Tickets selling fast
Join us for South Australia’s Biggest Mentally Healthy Business Breakfast on Friday 20 October at Adelaide Oval.
Start your day bright and early, with a fresh healthy breakfast and meaningful conversations to start building a mentally healthy workplace for your organisation.
Now in its fourth year, this event will form part of a wider activation by Business SA during October’s Mental Health Month.
The theme for the morning is to ‘have the conversation’ about mental health, with live discussions guiding employers on how to best approach the topic of mental health in their workplaces.
Business SA members receive discounted tickets by entering their unique member number at checkout.
WORKPLACE CHALLENGE: 31 easy-to-complete daily tasks to help improve mental health
Register now and take part in the workplace challenge, designed to help employers make physical and mental health a bigger focus in the workplace and encourage employees to focus on their individual wellbeing.
Challenge yourself and your team to focus on mental health and wellbeing this October.
ANDREW KAY: Don't underestimate the impact of a conversation
Many years ago, I worked for an HR manager who said our personal problems were “a coat that we should hang on the door on our way into the office, to be collected at the end of the day”. I didn’t buy into that idea then and I still don’t today. Fortunately, most employers in 2023 would see that as an outdated approach that puts the wellbeing of the employee at risk.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITY: Psychological safety for leaders
Managing psychosocial hazards is crucial for maintaining a positive work environment, enhancing employee wellbeing, and improving overall organisational performance. It requires collaboration between employers, managers, and employees to create a supportive and healthy workplace culture.
Businesses are encouraged to register for our half-day course which explores psychosocial hazards in the workplace, how to review existing hazard identification and risk management frameworks, and to assist in determining whether all reasonably practicable steps are being taken to ensure a safe working environment.