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We held a free webinar around supporting the mental health of your network at work, home and community during Mental Health Awareness Week.
Not many of us know the best way to help our employees, colleagues, loved ones and friends when we see them struggling with their mental health.
We held a free webinar on Tuesday 19th September during Mental Health Awareness Week, where our guest speakers shared strategies and tips to recognise and effectively support your connections in a way that makes everyone feel good.
Resources discussed during the webinar
Youth mental health research:
- Youthline State of the Generation 2021 (updated research being release shortly)
- Youth19 (various mental wellbeing papers)
- Southern Cross ‘Under One Umbrella report
- Exploring factors influencing youth mental health, University of Auckland
Mental health support services:
- Youthline (for youth or adults supporting youth)
- Free text 234
Free call 0800 376 633
https://www.youthline.co.nz/ - 1737 (for all ages)
Free call or text 1737
1737.org.nz
Speakers
Kerry Boielle
Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, Southern Cross
Kerry joined Southern Cross Health Society as Chief Sales Officer in May 2017. In February 2020, Kerry’s role expanded to include heading up the Marketing, Product and Customer Strategy teams. Less than six months later her team expanded again to incorporate agile delivery teams focused on growing and refreshing the Society’s customer value proposition.
Kerry and her team of seven direct reports are responsible for growing the membership, evolving the brand, creating digital experiences and customer propositions to deliver on the Society’s health and wellness objectives. Ultimately their goal is to become more relevant to more members, enabling them to live their healthiest lives.
Kerry came to Southern Cross from almost four years at Kiwibank, where she most recently held a role as General Manager, Borrowing & Investments. More than 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry has seen her in a range of managerial roles, spanning sales, product, marketing, operations and strategy.
Kerry holds an Executive MBA (Honours) from The University of Auckland.
Hannah McHugh
Community Partnership Manager, ASB
Hannah leads the day-to-day relationships with ASB’s national charity partners, including Youthline, Hato Hone St John and KidsCan. With a background in healthcare and the charity sector, Hannah applies her unique skillset to develop strategic and impactful community partnerships. She passionately believes in the power of collaboration for driving positive social impact.