Workplace Anti-Stigma Champions Network

Read about See Me’s network for Workplace Anti-stigma Champions and how you can join.

38% of workers in Scotland would be unlikely to disclose a mental health problem out of fear of being discriminated against by colleagues or losing their job.

Our research also identified that mental health problems are more common in the workplace than people might think, with 45% of respondents reporting experiencing a mental health problem; despite this, 19% of those felt they needed to take time off for their mental health but felt unable to do so.

See Me aims to change this by mobilising champions in workplaces to create working environments where people can talk about mental health, discuss their needs and get the support they need when they need it. If you want to influence positive change in your workplace, or need some help with where to start this network might be for you.

What is the network for?

The aims of the See Us in Work network are to:

  • Bring together people that are passionate about tackling mental health stigma and discrimination in their workplace, providing the opportunity to share good practice and other learning around what works.
  • Share tools and resources that can help people take anti-stigma messaging and approaches in their workplaces.
  • Increase confidence of network members, to make the case for, introduce and carry out anti-stigma activity in their workplace, evaluating the difference these make to colleagues being able to opening conversations about mental health, and recognise and challenge mental health stigma and discrimination in the workplace.
  • Learn together about challenges and barriers that people face when championing mental health anti-stigma approaches their workplace, identifying solutions and celebrating successes.
  • Support See Me to explore effective ways to support people to take action to tackle mental health stigma and discrimination in their workplaces.

What the network is NOT for

The network is not a place where people can get advice or support for (their or others’) mental health problems, or seek advice about a workplace dispute.

If you need support or advice about your own or somebody else’s mental health please visit our national signposting directory.

If you are worried that you are being discriminated against by your employer you can contact the ACAS helpline for free and impartial advice on 0300 123 1100.

Who can join the network?

The network is open to any individuals working in Scotland who are passionate about tackling mental health stigma and discrimination in their place of work. You might not think of yourself as a workplace champion but if you motivate colleagues and/or senior leaders to take action to support mental health at work then we think you are, and this network is for you.

  • You don’t need to have personal experience of mental health problems to join the network, and you will not be asked to disclose any or feel pressured to share from a personal experience perspective (unless you want to).
  • You don’t need to be in a professional role relating to mental health, wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion, etc.

How will it work?

See Me will facilitate the network which will meet virtually on Zoom every two months initially. This will be reviewed after 6 months with members of the network to make sure the network meets their needs and fulfils its aims.

Useful resources

Check out our guides for employers and employees on being a part of an anti-stigma champions network.

Get involved

Sign up to receive the latest network updates and be the first to hear when new dates/events are added.

Upcoming sessions and events

Check out when the next See Us in Work network session is, and sign up to join.

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Privacy and GDPR

By signing up to attend any of the network meetings you are agreeing to your details being added to the Workplace Champion mailing list which is managed in line with our Privacy Policy.

If you want to stay up to date with what is happening nationally, beyond the network, we encourage you to sign up to the See Us movement, where you’ll be able to find lots of advice, tools and resources to help you take action.

Getting help

See Me is not able to provide any direct support or advice to individuals in mental distress. If you need support or advice urgently, there are a number of places you can get in touch with.

Urgent Help