Women's Forum Global Meeting 2024

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Amy McKeown

Amy McKeown

Mental Health & Women’s Health Strategist and Consultant

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AWARD-WINNING HEALTH, MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING CONSULTANT Amy is an award-winning Mental Health, Health & Wellbeing and Women’s Health consultant with more than 20 years of unparalleled experience. She has created and implemented strategies in organisations of all sizes from big 4 accountancy firms (she wrote and implemented EY’s UK health, mental health and wellbeing strategy) and global strategies for FTSE 100s, to SMEs and start-ups. Recent clients have included Samsung, the EU Parliament, Burberry, Marel... She also runs a unique international annual programme ‘Do Workplace Health Right’ Live which teaches everything you need to know about workplace health and mental health strategy creation and implementation. -https://amymckeown.com/dwhrlive2025 She was also a Non-Executive Director of Mental Health First Aid England. Alongside ‘Amy McKeown’, her thriving B2B consultancy, Amy launched ‘Business of Being a Woman’ (BBW) in February 2021. BBW was the first digital conference combining Women’s Health, Mental Health and Business, and received outstanding praise; “it was life changing”. Attended by professional women from all walks of life, Amy is planning the next edition by demand which will cover topics of menstruality, motherhood, business leadership, health and mental health. Amy is also an activist for women’s rights. After suffering a devasting miscarriage then being made redundant, she is currently campaigning to change the Equality Act 2010. Her campaign is backed Maternity Action and Pregnant than Screwed and aims to change the law to protect women in work during pregnancy. A pioneer for Women’s Health, Amy is increasingly helping organisations to implement programmes specifically designed to help female employees. This can be done either through wider Health & Mental Health strategies, or as a standalone body of work. Amy is also a respected thought leader. Her original content sparks much discussion and progressive debates with her peers. Always ahead of the curve, Amy is frequently invited to speak at events providing her insightful, straight-to-the-point opinions on different topics - including how the industry needs to evolve.

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Work Hub (Discovery Space)
Oct 24, 2024
9:10 AM9:45 AM

Peace of mind: Addressing mental health at work

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Employee wellbeing is crucial for productivity and organisational success, yet many companies fall short in providing adequate support services. Studies indicate that 1 in 5 employees suffer from mental health issues, with a significant impact on job performance and retention. Additionally, caregivers, often women, face unique challenges balancing work and personal responsibilities, with 60% reporting that caregiving duties affect their work. LGBTQI+ employees also encounter specific stressors, with 46% feeling the need to hide their identity at work, leading to decreased engagement. This session will delve into the importance of comprehensive support services, including mental health resources and caregiving support, to enhance productivity and inclusivity. Attendees will gain insights into creating a workplace culture that fosters wellbeing for all employees, driving both individual and organisational growth.
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