Addressing Mental Health in Young Adults: Implications for Workplace Leaders | June 14, 2023

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Addressing Mental Health in Young Adults: Implications for Workplace Leaders Young adults are reporting mental health issues at a significantly higher rate than older adults. In fact, two thirds of women aged 18-34 report living with a mental health condition, according to a recent poll commissioned by the Ontario Association of Social Workers. Workplace leaders must confront these changes in order to recruit and retain young employees. Our speakers will share their experiences in advancing mental health in the workplace, give tips on addressing the changing needs of young workers, and discuss the importance of building cultures that support mental health at work. The panel discussion will shed light on the urgent need to address mental health in young adults, including racialized individuals, in the workplace. The discussion will provide workplace leaders with actionable solutions to destigmatize and improve mental health in the workplace, and provide relevant resources to employees, which will ultimately lead to better recruitment and retention of young employees in this new working environment. Moderator: Karena de Souza, Founder, Tilt The Future Speakers: Dr. Deepy Sur, CEO, Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) Denis Trottier, Chief Mental Health Officer, KPMG LLP Stephanie Jones, Mental Health Facilitator, Speaker & Author, Jones Mental Health *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*