May 2026
Welcome to the Healthy Working Wales (HWW) newsletter
Our monthly newsletter provides regular updates from the HWW team, including workplace health and wellbeing news and links to upcoming campaigns and events.
This month:
- Upcoming HWW events
- New wellbeing resource for the mental health workforce in Wales
- NHS Wales screening awareness sessions
- Inspiring a more active workforce in Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
- Upcoming key dates and campaigns
Feel free to share our newsletter with your colleagues or networks, along with our sign-up details and previous editions.
Upcoming HWW events
Join our new Workplace Wellbeing First Steps Workshop pilot
We’re inviting employers to take part in an exciting pilot workshop designed to help organisations take practical, achievable first steps towards improving workplace wellbeing.
Whether your organisation is just beginning its wellbeing journey or looking to bring more structure to existing activity, this interactive session will help you identify what matters most and turn ideas into realistic action.
During the workshop, participants will:
- Understand why workplace wellbeing matters
- Reflect on their current approach
- Explore the Healthy Working Wales Starter Pack
- Identify a wellbeing priority for their organisation
- Develop a simple and achievable 30-day action plan
Date: Thursday 04 June 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Location: Online via MS Teams
Duration: 90 minutes
Who should attend
The workshop is aimed at employers, managers and those with responsibility for workplace wellbeing.
Register for a space (Places are limited so we encourage early registration)
HWW Live in Cardiff
Join us for an engaging morning to hear the latest updates from HWW, get the opportunity to speak with HWW Advisers and take part in an interactive workshop exploring what the key health and wellbeing priorities are in your workplace.
What you’ll gain:
- Access to free HWW support
- Opportunity to ask questions and share insights
- Networking opportunities
When: 02 July 2026
Time: 09:00 – 12:30
Location: Capital Quarter 2, Tyndall Street, Cardiff CF10 4BZ
This event is primarily designed for employers and line managers at SMEs and organisations in Wales interested in exploring and using our services.
Upcoming free webinars
Understanding and managing workplace conflict – part two
Delivered in partnership with Acas, this second webinar in the series will focus on managing conflict fairly and effectively.
Delivered by Louise Moore, Acas Senior Business Adviser, the webinar will explore:
- Managers’ responsibilities when conflict arises
- Common mistakes that can escalate situations
- Good practice approaches to resolving conflict fairly and effectively
- Real examples and insights to bring the topic to life
- Acas tools, guidance and support available to employers
When: Thursday 18 June 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:00
Location: Online (link provided on registration)
Connecting with nature at work
Join this free webinar and launch of the Workplace Nature Wellbeing Calendar delivered in collaboration with RSPB Cymru.
What the webinar will cover:
- Launch of our new Workplace Nature Wellbeing Calendar
- Benefits to workplaces of connecting with nature
- Insights in how to use the calendar within your workplace
- How to access resources
When: Wednesday 08 July 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:00
Location: Online (link provided on registration)
New wellbeing resource for the mental health workforce in Wales
Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) has launched Ffordd, a digital wellbeing hub for the mental health workforce.
It brings together practical tools, guidance and resources in one place, alongside access to local and national support services when they’re needed.
Developed with the workforce, Ffordd is designed to support staff at every stage of their career, helping them reflect, recover and stay well in roles that can be emotionally demanding. Explore the hub to access tools, training and support
NHS Wales Screening Awareness Sessions
New dates are available for Public Health Wales Screening Awareness Sessions. The sessions are designed to help you understand the NHS screening programmes in Wales and how you can support awareness in your workplace and wider community.
• Friday 22 May 2026, 09:30-12:30
• Tuesday 09 June 2026, 09:30-12:30
• Wednesday 24 June 2026, 09:30-12:30
Visit the Community Training and Education webpage to book a session.
You can also share screening information in your workplace using these free resources from Public Health Wales.
To request printed resources, email [email protected].
Inspiring a more active workforce in Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB)
May is National Walking Month, making it the perfect time to think about how you can encourage more movement in your workplace.
At CTMUHB, what started as a simple annual activity challenge has grown year on year since 2023. More than 2,000 staff have now taken part, collectively walking the equivalent of over 17 trips around the world.
One participant shared:
“I found the challenge hugely positive in terms of increasing my own activity levels and prioritising time to get moving.”
Their success shows that you don’t need a large or complex plan to make a difference. Simple, team-based activities can have a real impact on staff wellbeing and activity levels.
This month, take a moment to think about what could work in your organisation. What’s one small change you could introduce to help people move more?
Read the full story on our website to get inspired and connect with our advisers to help you get started.
If you have a story to share, tell us and inspire other employers across Wales!
Upcoming key dates and campaigns
June 2026
HWW Workplace Wellbeing First Steps Workshop pilot (04 June 2026)
Join our pilot workshop to get practical advice on supporting health and wellbeing in your workplace.
Men’s Health Week (08 – 14 June 2026)
Discover how you can create a workplace where men feel able to talk and take steps to improve their health.
Find out more about Men’s Health Week
Carers Week (08-14 June 2026)
Learn how employers can raise awareness of caring, support employees who are unpaid carers and share information and resources about caring.
Find out more about Carers Week
Clean Air Day (18 June 2026)
Learn about tackling air pollution and creating a cleaner, healthier workplace for your employees.
Find out more about Clean Air Day
Understanding and Managing Workplace Conflict webinar – part 2 (18 June 2026)
Register to join part two of our webinar on understanding and managing workplace conflict.
July 2026
Plastic Free July (01-31 July 2026)
HWW Live in Cardiff (02 July)
Alcohol Awareness Week (06-12 July 2026)
Wales Nature Week (06-12 July 2026)
Connecting with nature at work webinar (08 July 2026)
You can find campaigns for the rest of the year on our website.