Psychology Week 2021 is almost here and we are delving into the topic of mentally health workplaces. We have so many ways that you, and your colleagues, friends and family, can get involved. Here’s a reminder of what’s on.
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Working Minds breakfast panel discussion | Online
Monday 29 November | 8.30am - 9.30am (AEDT)
Psychology Week will open this Monday with the launch of the ‘Job Crafting for Employee and Workplace Wellbeing’ Report at the Working Minds breakfast panel. The panel will discuss what a mentally healthy workplace is, and the role every business, employer and employee can play in ensuring mentally healthy workplaces are implemented.
Hear from:
- The Hon Greg Hunt MP, Federal Minister for Health
- The Hon Dr Fiona Martin MP, Member for Reid and psychologist
- Dr Zena Burgess, APS Chief Executive Officer
- Professor Pat McGorry, Orygen
- Kylie Bishop, Medibank Group Executive People, Culture & Sustainability
- Professor Dianne Vella-Brodrick, University of Melbourne.
The research has been undertaken in conjunction with the University of Melbourne and will be available for members to read on Monday morning.
Register now
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Business leaders’ event: ‘Put your own mask on first’
Thursday 2 December | 12:30-1:30pm (AEDT)
This online event is aimed at business leaders and how they need to find new ways to engage and motivate teams during the pandemic and with hybrid work models increasing across Australia. Our panel of experts will help business leaders to understand how to apply psychological principles to change their own mindset to better manage and motivate themselves, and their teams, in this new world.
Share this link widely within your networks: https://psychweek.org.au/business-leaders-event/
Register now
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Public online event: ‘Your work, your way’
Thursday 2 December | 7-8pm (AEDT)
This free public online event will help members of the community understand how to get and stay motivated at work. Our experts will share their insights and expertise to help everyday Australians take control of their working life using psychological tips and tricks.
Share this link widely within your networks: https://psychweek.org.au/public-event/
Register now
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Report and resources
We are proud to be launching the ‘Job Crafting for Employee and Workplace Wellbeing’ Report from research conducted by the Centre for Wellbeing Science from the University of Melbourne. This fascinating research that delves into job crafting, passion and psychological safety at work – with clear findings that can help employers and employees
We have also developed practical tip sheets that can be used by employers and employees alike.
Keep an eye out in your inboxes for the launch email on Monday.
Workplace mental health: developing an integrated intervention approach
1 CPD hours | Free for members | Non-member $50
Mental health problems in the workplace can have significant, serious, and far-reaching effects that impact the individual, families, workplaces, and the broader community. This engaging CPD on the go course is free for members. You’ll find out how to register on Monday.
Host or attend an event
If you’re thinking about setting up an event (there’s still time!) make sure to register it on the Psychology Week website.
Register your event
Join in the conversation on social media
Help create buzz by posting on your social media channels leading up to, and during, Psychology Week.
Download social media tiles https://psychweek.org.au/promotional-material/
View our 'how to get involved information guide' for suggestions on what to write. Be sure to use the hashtag #psychweek and tag the Australian Psychological Society.
Download guide https://psychweek.org.au/get-involved-information-guide/
Thank you!
Thank you to you – our members – and our sponsors and partners who have helped make Psychology Week 2021 a reality. Whether it’s those of you who have set up events, or are attending an event, or are helping us spread the word, you have all played a vital part in ensuring its success, so thank you for your efforts and enjoy.