Exclusive 'Creating a mentally healthy workplace' Lunch with The Hon. Rose Jackson MLC

Exclusive 'Creating a mentally healthy workplace' Lunch event with The Hon. Rose Jackson MLC, Minister for Mental Health, Minister for Water, Minister for Housing, Minister for Homelessness, Minister for Youth, Minister for the North Coast and Member of the Legislative Council on Tuesday 8 April. 

As one of the region’s leading business organisations, Business Western Sydney recognises the vital importance of mental health in the workplace. The pressures faced by businesses and their employees have never been more acute, particularly in Western Sydney. From the rising cost of living and doing business to the lingering impacts of the COVID pandemic, these challenges affect everyone in our community.

In response to those challenges, and in line with community expectations in an increasingly mental health-aware world, businesses are now subject to regulatory requirements. The SafeWork NSW Code of Practice for managing psychosocial hazards at work is a practical guide to how businesses can help safeguard - and enhance - the mental health of business owners and employees. Complementing that approach, and in partnership with Lifeline Australia, we are pleased to support a Seven Point Plan to provide practical guidance and support for creating mentally healthy work environments.

By prioritising mental health, we can help our business community build resilience, support each other, and navigate these challenging times together. Let's work towards a future where every workplace in Western Sydney is a place of support and strength.

We hope that you can join us.