Join us for Mental Health Awareness Week, a nationally recognised event that takes place 18th to 24th September 2023. How will your organisation take part in Mental Health Awareness Week this year?
GETTING STARTED IS EASY
DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE KIT
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PICK AN IDEA, OR 5!
With 5 ways to wellbeing, there are heaps of ways to support your mental health. Choose your challenge to get started.
HELP YOUR COMMUNITY
Get involved and raise $$ to help Southern communities support their wellbeing. Every dollar counts
Engaging in MHAW for the wellbeing of your workplace
By participating in MHAW activities, Southern organisations and communities have a valuable opportunity to support their mental health, increase positive connection with those around them and have fun! MHAW helps us all to understand what steps we can take to boost our mental health and support our wellbeing.
For businesses, the benefits of engaging with MHAW span from boosting staff rapport to flying your flag of awareness to the wider community by highlighting the social impact of mental health.
✔️ Social responsibility that counts: this is a meaningful way to show you care
✔️ Looking after your staff has flow-on effects for your community and your customers
✔️ Some find it difficult to share their problems with friends and family - workmates can be lifesaver
Case Studies
Hear it from our community participating in MHAW this year! From running a team wide ‘pass it on the challenge,’ to golfing events and shared story-telling lunches , learn how our superstar corporate fundraisers are planning to celebrate MHAW.
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“Being in business can be tough. Queenstown Business helps to connect our business
community through our monthly Business After 5 evenings, where members get to relax, share
stories, and meet new people.
We take pride in offering our members some of the best training and development
opportunities that are available in NZ. We strive to help our members grow and learn in
their roles, as well as meet other people in similar roles at local businesses. Fostering cross
business connections throughout all level of the business community is important, and we
encourage our members to get all their team involved in what we do here at the Chamber and
celebrate success. Whāia te mātauranga hei oranga mō koutou - Seek after learning for the
sake of your wellbeing.”
Sharon Fifield CE of Queenstown Business Chamber of Commerce.
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“We’re thrilled to be participating in the Headlight MHAW challenge. The mental wellbeing of
our team is really important to us at Millbrook, and we’re excited about the activities we are
planning for this coming event. For example, we’ll be holding a shared lunch to encourage
staff to share the food and stories that are important to them and their culture, and also we’ll
be running a staff challenge, asking team members to ‘pass it on’ to help get people engaged
in the 5 ways to Wellbeing. We’ll also be working with the golf team to develop fundraising
opportunities to give back to the mental wellbeing of our wider community. We encourage all
local businesses to get involved.”
Louise Baines People and Culture Manager.
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“Ziptrek supports the wellbeing of both guests and staff alike through its dedication to keeping
your mind healthy. Each of the 5 ways to wellbeing are ticked by keeping you active as you
take in the stunning views, connecting with others on all walks of life, engaging in conversation
around sustainability and the environment all while allowing guests to give back to the
community they visit. For MHAW, Ziptrek is excited to get even more creative and in the ‘flow’
for wellbeing with new ideas such as introducing staff yoga classes at lunch hour.”
“Ziptrek supports the wellbeing of both guests and staff alike through its dedication to keeping your mind healthy. Each of the 5 ways to wellbeing are ticked by keeping you active as you take in the stunning views, connecting with others on all walks of life, engaging in conversation around sustainability and the environment all while allowing guests to give back to the community they visit. For MHAW, Ziptrek is excited to get even more creative and in the ‘flow’ for wellbeing with new ideas such as introducing staff yoga classes at lunch hour.”
With your funding support, we can keep on supporting the mental wellbeing of our local communities. Here’s what we’ve achieved together so far
WORKSHOP PARICIPANTS WORKSHOPS COMPLETED WORKSHOP SATISFACTION
Ready to take on the Headlight MHAW Challenge?
Getting involved is easy! Download the kit below to get started, incorporating the 5 Ways to Wellbeing and a handful of ideas and inspiration to participate.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Our help is only a email away! We are here to help support you for fundraising for us. Plus, we'll help you get the word out with resource packs, posters, and tips.
HELP & SUPPORT
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POSTERS & RESOURCES
Promote your fundraiser with printable posters, QR codes, flyers and more.
REWARDS
We’d love to share what you’re doing for MHAW! If you’re getting involved this year, send us photos and we’ll share them to our community.
WE’RE MAKING IT EASY FOR YOU TO CONTRIBUTE
We've simplified the process of making a meaningful impact! If you're gearing up to lead a team fundraiser, look no further than our user-friendly Raisely page – your go-to platform for effortlessly creating your online fundraising campaign. Additionally, for those looking to make individual contributions and donations in support of Mental Health Awareness Week, our Donation Page awaits your generosity. Together, let's make a difference and champion the cause of mental health awareness.
