4th Transnational Workshop online "MentalHealthMatters"

Description

On May 24, 2024, the MentalHealthMatters project held its 4th Transnational Workshop online, bringing together experts and partners from Estonia, Latvia, Finland, Poland, Sweden, and Norway. The workshop was another significant step in the project's mission to improve mental health in workplaces, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Driving Change Through Collaboration
The workshop focused on identifying key improvements in three critical areas:
Data and Knowledge – Addressing gaps in understanding and assessing psychosocial risks.
Policies and Regulations – Highlighting needed reforms to support mental health initiatives.
Education and Training – Building stakeholders' capacity to effectively manage psychosocial risks.
Using the ecosystem framework developed in the 3rd Transnational Workshop in Helsinki, participants analyzed which elements and target groups must be activated to drive meaningful change. This collaborative approach ensures solutions are rooted in real-world needs and practical applications.

Advancing the First Aid Kit
The workshop also featured progress on the First Aid Kit, a tool being developed to support SMEs in addressing psychosocial risks. Partners reflected on the challenges encountered during content preparation, such as selecting diverse resources and ensuring clarity in descriptions. Discussions emphasized the need for a service designer’s opinion to create a user-friendly format, providing the tool’s accessibility and effectiveness.

Looking Ahead
Preparations for the next transnational meeting in Stockholm are underway, with partners focused on maintaining momentum and driving impactful changes in occupational safety and health.
The 4th Transnational Workshop showcased the strength of international collaboration in tackling workplace mental health challenges, reaffirming the commitment to supporting SMEs and fostering healthier, more resilient work environments.

Period	24 May 2024
Event type	Workshop
Degree of Recognition	International