There’s a growing need to support mental health in the workplace. And with more and more resources, tools, advice and recommendations available, the opportunity is here.
But beyond that, it’s a way of showing your values. By signing your organisation up to the Commitment, you’re declaring publicly that mental health at work is - and will remain - a priority for you. You’ll join the largest mental health at work social movement of likeminded employers and organisations across the UK.
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What's the Commitment?
- Simple, evidence-based framework for workplace mental health
- Signed by more than 4,000 UK employers with over 6 million workers.
- Free to use
The Mental Health at Work Commitment is based on the acclaimed Thriving at Work standards. It pulls from pledges and standards that are already out there, using up-to-date research from UK employers and mental health experts.
We believe the Commitment, and the 6 standards which underpin it, are a roadmap that can support any organisation to achieve better mental health outcomes for their people.
Why make the Commitment?
Offers a flexible approach. We know employers are often at a different stage when it comes to supporting mental health at work. Things like size, location, industry, and resources all shape what’s possible.
Free to access resource for all. Whether you’re just starting out, building on what’s already in place, or reaffirming a long-term strategy. We offer ideas to get you thinking and tools to help you take the next step - but you lead the way.
Unique chance to make a public statement of your values: that the mental health of your people is - and will remain - a priority.
The 6 standards
The Commitment framework sets out 6 clear standards based on what best practice has shown is needed to make a meaningful difference. Using these, you can create an environment where employees can thrive. Each standard has a set of actions that will help you to support the mental health of your people.
Standard 1
Prioritise mental health in the workplace by developing and delivering a systematic programme of activity.
Standard 2
Proactively ensure work design and organisational culture drive positive mental health outcomes.
Standard 3
Promote an open culture around mental health.
What happens once you sign up?
To help you put the Commitment into practice, you’ll be automatically enrolled into an email journey once you sign up. Look out for your welcome email containing a welcome pack with social media assets and communications templates – please check your junk folder if it doesn’t arrive within a few weeks.
You’ll then receive a series of regular emails packed full of information and resources to support your organisation to meet each standard.
Case studies
There are over 3,800 organisations signed up to the Commitment. We've collated a selection of case studies that showcase good workplace mental health practice.
Workplace mental health resources
Find advice, support and resources to help you implement the Commitment and improve mental wellbeing in your workplace.
Start your mental health journey today.
The Mental Health at Work Leadership Council
The Mental Health at Work Leadership Council is a group of senior representatives from across industries and sectors, working together to drive improvement in work-related mental health policy and practice. Mind is the Secretariat.
