Women’s mental health and work. Social Impact Pioneers Sue Tym and Jo Martin examine how to best support women in the garment sector. Sue is the Senior Manager for the Social Impact Portfolio in Primark’s ethical team, whilst Jo has over 30 years’ experience in mental health trainer and practitioner.
Sue and Jo have been leading a series of programmes where women help other women boost their well-being, and tackle stress, which is in turn boosting business performance. Join them to explore practical ways to enhance your mental health and that of others you are working with wherever you are in the world.
During this podcast expect to hear how Jo and Sue’s respective careers have been driven by their interests and personal convictions.
Sue explains: “When I was a dreamy, 18-year-old… I had a bit of a crisis of conviction and thought why am I studying fashion?… So my very clever tutor suggested that I work on a collection for easy dressing for those with dexterity issues.”
Alongside the challenges of unlocking support for others who have experienced deep trauma. When describing her experiences creating nurturing environments for people who have been in war zones, Jo says: “[When] working in conflict and post-conflict situations there are no therapists or medication, instead helping women to provide for their families while at the same time supporting each other can be a big part of their recovery.”
Together they have brought this experience to support women in the garment sector and share the results this is achieving. So whether you’re a professional seeking to make a meaningful impact or a company aiming to enhance your corporate social responsibility, this podcast offers valuable lessons and inspiration.
Links:
Primark Cares
Legislation on workplace stress
ILO/WHO joint policy brief, Mental Health Work
WHO (2022), Mental Health at Work
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