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Join an MHFA England webinar  

As we navigate the range of challenges of the ever changing workplace, focusing on mental health and wellbeing at work is more important than ever before. 

We are delighted to bring you a series of webinars, bringing together leaders and experts in workplace mental health to share practical advice. The topics are designed to spark conversation and inspire knowledge sharing on best practice approaches, to create a culture of positive mental health and wellbeing in your workplace.

Upcoming webinar

 
How managers can support mental health and performance at work
 

Did you know a third of managers (33%) say they feel out of their depth supporting their team with mental health concerns, and only 45% of managers have had training on how to hold mental health conversations?

We know that managers play a vital role in creating mentally healthy, high-performing teams but how can they best support employees who are living with a diagnosed mental health condition?

Join this practical webinar to explore how managers can support individuals while balancing wellbeing and performance. We will look at what good support looks like, the common challenges managers face, and the tools needed to make a real difference.

Panellists:

  • Chair - Sarah McIntosh, Chief Executive, MHFA England® and the Association of Mental Health First Aiders®
  • Anil Toraty, Vice President of Risk Strategy, Supervisory and Optimisation, Visa
  • Savanna Wright, People & Wellbeing Business Partner – Operations Lead, MHFA England
  • Dr Julia Jones, Neuroscientist and Founder of Holidity

Date: Wednesday 23 July

Time: 1pm – 2pm

Where: Zoom

Cost: £10


Book your place today

Watch our previous webinars:

 
Building communities: The vital role of MHFAider networks in your mental health strategy
 

Summary: Brought to you by MHFA England®, this practical guide explores what every MHFAider® network needs to thrive. From building trust and visibility to securing leadership support, we share why these elements matter and how to embed them in your organisation. With real-world tips you can use straight away, this resource helps you create a confident, connected MHFAider network that supports a mentally healthy workplace 🌱💬

Panellists:
  • Chair: Vicki Cockman (Director of Training & Consultancy, MHFA England)
  • Matt Wilson (Wellbeing Lead, Computacenter)
  • Sian Briddon (Senior Manager Colleague Experience, Nationwide)
  • Mubs Mahmed BEM (Community & Social Value Partner, First Bus)

Explore mental health training for your workplace


My Whole Self 2025: Leading teams to bring their whole selves to work

Summary: Brought to you by MHFA England®, My Whole Self aims to create workplace cultures where people have the safety and freedom to choose which parts of their identity they share at work. When people feel psychologically safe 🛡️, teams perform better, unlocking innovation and excellence 🌟. This year’s My Whole Self webinar focuses on the importance of psychological safety in the workplace and how managers can empower employees to bring their whole selves to work 🙌.

Panellists:
  • Sarah McIntosh, Chief Executive, MHFA England® and Association of Mental Health First Aiders®
  • Dr Layla McCay, Director of Policy, NHS Confederation
  • Melissa Carr, Lecturer in International Human Resource Management, Henley Business School
  • Lauren Dodge, Employee Relations Business Partner at Norseland Ltd

Explore mental health training for your workplace


Reflecting on impact: Looking back and ahead on UK mental health

Summary: Rewatch our 2024 end of year webinar, as we celebrate and reflect on a monumental year in the mental health landscape and what lies on the horizon for workplace wellbeing over in 2025.

Panellists:
  • Sarah McIntosh, Chief Executive, MHFA England® and Association of Mental Health First Aiders®
  • Natalie Degg, MHFAider®
  • Matt Alexander, Cyber Security Analyst, MHFA England Advisory Committee
  • Becky Clarke, Head of Inclusion, Diversity and Wellbeing, Stantec UK

Explore mental health training for your workplace


Creating safe workplaces: How organisations can support mental health and prevent suicide

Content warning: Please note this webinar contains lived experiences of poor mental health and thoughts of suicide.

Summary: Our panel of experts discuss how organisations can foster supportive workplace cultures, address suicide prevention, and support employees during their return to work.

Panellists:

  • Hannah Creech, Head of Customer Experience and Membership, MHFA England®
  • Caroline Roodhouse, Communications Consultant, Daddy Blackbird
  • Anil Toraty, Senior Director, Risk Business Partners & Risk Strategy, Visa
  • Chris Hartmann, Client Executive, MHFA England

Learn more about suicide prevention



More than just a course: How MHFA England training goes above and beyond to support workplace wellbeing

Summary: Want to find out more about the Association of Mental Health First Aiders® - England's first and only membership body for Mental Health First Aiders?

Our panel breakdown how MHFA England's training is transforming workplace wellbeing and igniting a new era of action in mental health.

Panellists:

  • Sarah McIntosh, Managing Director, Association of Mental Health First Aiders and Director of Delivery, MHFA England®
  • Andy Ward, Chair, Association of Mental Health First Aiders and Non-Executive Director, MHFA England
  • Jemima Ankuma, Inclusion & Diversity Assistant Manager, Grant Thornton UK LLP

Join the Association of Mental Health First Aiders


My Whole Self: What does it really mean and why does it matter?

Summary: Look back on our My Whole Self 2024 webinar, and learn about how organisations can nurture thriving people-focused workplaces with inclusivity and psychological safety at their core.

Panellists:

  • Simon Blake, Chief Executive, MHFA England®
  • Mark Wilson, Mental Health and Wellbeing Manager, MHFAider®, Ford
  • Dawn Kirk, Customer Service Team Lead, MHFAider, Mars
  • Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, CEO and co-founder of UK Black Pride

Get involved with My Whole Self


Looking ahead in 2024: Why we need communities at work
 

Summary:Join us for an engaging discussion with our workplace experts on the importance of building community and utilising Mental Health First Aiders for better workplace wellbeing.

Panellists:

  • Simon Blake, Chief Executive, MHFA England®
  • Jemima Ankuma, Inclusion & Diversity Assistant Manager, Grant Thornton UK LLP
  • Kevin Lyons, Senior HR Manager, Pearson
  • Toyosi Adeloye, Client Delivery Team Lead, MHFA England

Explore mental health training for your workplace


My Whole Self: Empowering managers to manage well
Panellists:
  • Simon Blake, Chief Executive, MHFA England
  • Jemima Ankuma, Inclusion & Diversity Executive, People and Culture, Grant Thornton UK LLP
  • Bethany Carter, Lead Freedom To Speak Up Guardian, NHS Solent

    Watch our webinar for My Whole Self Day 2023, MHFA England’s campaign for workplace culture change.

    33% of managers we interviewed for My Whole Self Day 2023 told us they felt out of their depth supporting team members with mental health concerns.

    That’s where our Manager's Toolkit can help. The resources included in the toolkit can help equip managers with the knowledge and confidence needed to support the mental health of teams – and boost productivity. Help your managers empower their teams, so everyone is able to bring their whole self to work, every day.

    Learn more about our range of mental health training for managers, and access our free Manager's Toolkit.

    Learn more about our range of training for managers


    Building hope: what's next for mental health and wellbeing in 2023?

    Simon Blake, Chief Executive, MHFA England and chair of panel
    Toyosi Adeloye, Client Delivery Team Lead, MHFA England
    Emma Heal, Partner & Managing Director, Lucky Saint
    Rosanna Leese, HR Business Partner, IVC Evidensia
    Matt Roberts, Director of Membership, The Chartered Management Institute


    Read insights from our audience and guest speakers


    Exploring our updated Mental Health First Aid course

    Simon Blake, Chief Executive, MHFA England and chair of panel
    Toyosi Adeloye, Workplace Delivery Lead, MHFA England
    Nick Ellis, National Trainer, JJEllis LTD



    Suicide Prevention: Building safer workplaces and communities

    Simon Blake Chief Executive, MHFA England and chair of panel
    Chloë Davies Head of Social Impact at Lucky Generals, and MHFA England Ambassador

    Stephanie Davies, CEO and Head of Happiness, Laughology
    Nick Barnes Founder & Executive Director, National Centre for Suicide Prevention Education and Training.


    Workplace connectivity in a hybrid landscape

    Zoe Puckering, Client Delivery Team Lead, MHFA England
    Mark Rowland, Chief Executive, Mental Health Foundation

    Stephanie Davies, CEO and Head of Happiness, Laughology
    Tariro Okoye, Wellbeing Proposition Manager, Morrinson Wellbeing
    Kevin Lyons, Senior HR Manager, Pearson


     

    Equip your leaders with Mental Health Skills for Managers


    My Whole Self: Creating a healthy and inclusive workplace

    Simon Blake, Chief Executive, MHFA England
    Alice Jennison, Inclusion & Diversity Manager, Skanska
    Asif Sadiq, SVP, Head of Equity & Inclusion, WarnerMedia
    Jolawn Victor, Chief International Officer, Headspace

     

    Discover our mental health diagnostic service  Support your people with workplace training


    My Whole Self: Create culture change in your workplace

    Ama Afrifa-Tchie, Head of People, Wellbeing and Equity, MHFA England
    Georgina Carter, Occupational Health and Wellbeing Manager, National Crime Agency
    Leonie McIlroy, Head of Campaigns and Communication, MHFA England


    Mental health in the workplace: Reflections from 2021 and planning for 2022

    Sarah McIntosh, Director of Delivery, MHFA England
    Kevin Lyons, Senior HR Manager and Global MHFA Lead, Pearson
    Bobbi Pickard, Founder and CEO, Trans in the City & 
    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Manager, BP
    Bola Ogundeji, Deputy Director of Workforce and OD, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
     


    How to practise a mental health MOT

    Emma Tomes, MHFA England Instructor Member, Suicide First Aid Tutor, and Certified Grief Recovery Specialist by Grief UK
    Mike Thakoordin, MHFA England Instructor Member, Freelance Trainer
    Emma Reynolds, Head of Innovation, MHFA England



    Suicide, stigma and support in the workplace

    Emma Tomes, MHFA England Instructor Member, Suicide First Aid Tutor, and Certified Grief Recovery Specialist by Grief UK
    Sajda Butt, MHFA England National Trainer, Suicide First Aid National Tutor
    Clive Stevenson, MHFA England National Trainer, Suicide First Aid National Tutor
    Alison Armstrong, Programme Lead, National Centre for Suicide Prevention Education & Training



    Race Equity, Intersectionality and Mental Health at Work
    Ama Afrifa-Tchie, Head of People, Wellbeing and Equity, MHFA England
    Phil Samba, Strategic Lead for Queer Men of Colour, The Love Tank


    Bringing your whole self to work
    Simon Blake, Chief Executive, MHFA England
    Debra Allcock Tyler, CEO, Directory of Social Change
    Sheldon Mills, Chair of Trustees, Stonewall
    Atif Choudhury, CEO, Diversity & Ability
    Lyssa Barber, Communications Lead, UBS


    Mental health tips for the virtual office
    Ama Afrifa-Tchie, Head of People, Wellbeing & Equity
    Emma Tomes, Grief Recovery Specialist, MHFA England Instructor Member


    Learning from Covid-19: what does mental health at work look like in 2021?
    Simon Blake, Chief Executive, MHFA England
    Caron Bradshaw, Charity Chair and CEO
    Phyll
    Opoku-Gyimah, Executive Director of Kaleidoscope Trust and Executive Director and Co-Founder of UK Black Pride
    Julia Mazzafiore, Mental Health Lead, Diversity and Inclusion, Department for Work and Pensions


    Gender and wellbeing at work: mid-life, menopause and mental health
    Adah Parris, Chair, MHFA England
    Lynda Bailey, Co-Founder and Director, Talking Menopause
    Jane Lewis, Writer and Speaker, Author of 'Me & My Menopausal Vagina'