HR in Review 04 – Supporting Employee Wellbeing with Ama Afrifa-Tchie

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About this Edition

In this episode, James Marsh is joined by Ama Afrifa-Tchie, Head of People, Wellbeing, and Equity at Mental Health First Aid England, to discuss employee wellbeing and how employers can best support staff through wellbeing and mental health initiatives.

Supporting Articles:

  • Research by Mental Health First Aid England: Nearly a quarter of people haven’t received wellbeing check-ins from employers.
  • Free Guidance for Businesses: Mental Health First Aid provides free tools for empowering employees to bring their whole selves to work.
  • Ama Afrifa-Tchie’s Blog: Managing workplace stress and the importance of fostering a supportive environment.
  • Research Findings: 75% of organisations are prioritising improvements to their employee benefits, focusing on mental health.

Podcast Host and Guests for this Edition

Host: Monica Sharma
Monica Sharma is a Marketing and Business Development Assistant at Witherworldwide. She has a background in International Journalism and Radio Broadcasting, with a strong editorial history, including her role as editor at HRreview.

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Guest: Ama Afrifa-Tchie
Ama Afrifa-Tchie specializes in people experience, workplace culture, diversity & inclusion, and corporate responsibility. She leads initiatives promoting inclusivity and wellbeing in workplaces, working alongside leadership teams to create supportive environments.

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