Mental Health Awareness Week is an important moment to reflect on how we support mental wellbeing, both personally and in the workplace.

In recent years, the conversation around mental health has gained traction, but there’s still work to do. For many, work is a major source of stress. Long hours, unclear expectations, and lack of support can take a toll on wellbeing. Yet, workplaces also have the power to be part of the solution.

Promoting mental health at work isn’t just about offering benefits, it’s about creating a culture of openness, empathy, and flexibility. Encouraging regular breaks, offering support when people need it, and fostering psychologically safe environments go a long way.

This week, let’s take the opportunity to check in with ourselves and with each other. A quick conversation or small adjustment to how we work can make a meaningful difference.

Mental health is not a one-week initiative; it’s a year-round priority. But this week reminds us that we all have a role to play in creating healthier, more human workplaces.