THRIVE News

This week we are highlighting resources to help protect workplace wellness.

This week we are highlighting resources to help promote workplace wellness.

This week we are highlighting two resources to help prevent harm and mental ill-health.

Practice owner and AVA Veterinary Wellness Steering Group Member Rosie Overfield shares practical tips for approaching and supporting a colleague with psychologically safe communication skills.

The AVA's psychological health and safety awareness pilot program continues to roll out to veterinary teams across Australia in 2024, with clinics in Western Australia and Queensland joining the list of workplaces to receive this important training.

Our second annual THRIVE Wellness Symposium at AVA Conference will inspire and empower you to improve wellbeing and foster positive change in your workplace. It is also about community; establishing connections with others who share the desire to invest in personal and professional wellbeing.

Neurodiversity affects approximately 15% of the population, so it’s likely that one in 7 of your staff are neurodiverse. A free webinar offers the chance to learn more about how to embrace and manage neurodiversity in the workplace.

The 6th annual Flynn’s Walk will take place on Sunday 28 April in Williamstown, Victoria.

At the heart of the THRIVE Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Framework is a deep desire to protect veterinary professionals while they do their important work and make a positive impact at every level of the profession, for individuals, teams, and businesses.

Do you want to be able to provide support in a crisis? Learn how mental health first aid – like physical first aid – can make a big difference until professional help is available.