Explore the importance of mental health in the Knowledge Transfer sector and how KTOs can lead the way in creating a culture of wellness and support. Join our webinar Breaking the Silence: Mental Health in KT, to gain insights on promoting well-being in this field.
Mental health is an essential part of overall health and well-being, yet it often remains a taboo and often ignored topic in the Knowledge Transfer (KT) sector.
Organised by the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Special Interest Group (EDI SIG), this impactful webinar will explore the challenges surrounding mental health in the KT sector, highlighting insights from a recently published article on Technology Transfer Tactics on this important issue:
"The lack of attention paid to mental health and well-being within the KT/TT field lies in stark contrast to efforts and initiatives in other professional fields. In fact, since outside law firms are heavily influenced by the practices of their clients, Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) are uniquely positioned to be a force multiplier for change when it comes to mental health. By developing guidelines that centre on communication practices, respecting work-life balance, managing projects effectively, and sharing well-being opportunities, TTO leadership can create a top-down atmosphere and culture of wellness and support that can have a ripple effect into allied professions".
Join us for a much needed conversation on mental health in knowledge transfer, and learn how KTOs can become catalysts for positive change in this critical area.
Read more about mental health in the following articles:
- AUTM's EDI Toolkit
- World Health Organization's mental disorders key facts
- Mental health crisis in European workplaces
- Mental Health Europe website
This text was written by Becca Switzer as part of the online webinar for the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Special Interest Group (EDI SIG) during Mental Health Awareness Week on 8 October 2024.
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