Join us at Weetwood Hall on 8 October as we mark World Mental Health Day (10 October)

Bringing together businesses and professionals from Leeds and surrounding areas, this free networking event is an opportunity to connect with others who are investing in workplace mental health and wellbeing.

Enjoy a coffee, pastry, and some impactful conversation, with expert talks on how to build wellbeing directly into your workplace culture, alongside dedicated time to network with fellow attendees.

Event Schedule

10:00am to 10:30am

Refreshments and networking

10:30am to 11:30am

Guest talks

Andrea Wallman

Training Lead, Leeds Mind

Andrea will introduce this year's World Mental Health Day theme, "Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change", and explore how workplace wellbeing training can help create cultures where people feel heard, supported, and empowered to speak openly about mental health.

Discover practical ways to turn employee voices into meaningful action and lasting change within your organisation.

Attendees will also receive an exclusive World Mental Health Day offer on Leeds Mind Workplace Wellbeing Training.

Ethan Foster

Services Manager, Economic Inclusion, Leeds Mind

Unlocking Untapped Talent: Recruitment, Retention and Social Value

Unlock a wider talent pool, improve staff retention, and deliver meaningful social value. Ethan will share how Leeds Mind's Supported Employment service is helping local employers solve workforce challenges while creating opportunities for people across Leeds.

Leigh Staunton

Project Lead, Leeds Mindful Employer Network

Introducing the Mentally Healthy Workplace Toolkit

Leigh will introduce the new Mental Healthy Workplace Toolkit - a free resource that can help organisations create healthier, more supportive workplaces. There are free workshops available to employers, offering guided support to explore the toolkit and identify meaningful actions for their organisation.

Attendees will also hear about the Leeds Mindful Employer Network, the benefits of joining its community of employers and how signing the Mindful Employer Charter can demonstrate a genuine commitment to better mental health at work.

Marie-Louise Robinson

Corporate & Events Fundraiser, Leeds Mind

Marie-Louise will be on hand to answer questions about fundraising and corporate partnerships, as well as share details of upcoming Leeds Mind events and opportunities to get involved.

11:30am to 12:00pm

Networking and informal discussions

12:00pm

Event concludes

12.00: Event concludes

Coffee and pastries will be provided!

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