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Ever wondered how to create a healthier and happier workplace at SHS?<\/p>\n

The SHS Health & Wellbeing Network Champions aim is to promote positive behaviours that enhance health and lifestyle and support the wellbeing of colleagues. We’re a diverse group of professional support staff, academics, and researchers working together to make SHS a place where everyone thrives.<\/p>\n

We listen, we collaborate, we take action!<\/p>\n

We view health and wellbeing as a broad concept that encompasses both physical and mental well-being of staff and students. Here’s a breakdown of what being a Health & Wellbeing Network Champion entails:<\/p>\n

Physical Health: Promoting healthy lifestyles through initiatives such as on on-site sport and physical activity programs<\/a> and workplace health services<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Mental Health: Raising awareness about mental health issues, promoting resources and support services for stress management, anxiety, or depression<\/a>, and promoting a culture of open communication about mental health.<\/p>\n

Overall Well-being: Creating a supportive environment that fosters work-life balance,<\/span> social connections, financial well-being resources and support and personal and professional development opportunities.<\/p>\n

Over the last few months, the SHS Health & Wellbeing Network Champions have leveraged staff surveys to identify key areas where we can improve the health and well-being of our SHS colleagues. Here’s a glimpse into what we do:<\/p>\n