September 2026

A fantastic start to our Peer Mentoring Programme

Our first Peer Mentoring session has officially taken place, marking the start of an exciting journey for participating organisations.

Our first group is focussing on mental health and wellbeing at work, with participants sharing experiences, exploring challenges and discussing practical ideas they can try in their workplaces.

Thank you to our mentor, Paul Billington, Senior People Partner for Health and Wellbeing at Admiral, and to our mentees for making the first session such a success.

Interest in Peer Mentoring? Visit our website to find out more and register your interest.

Go to Peer Mentoring

Admiral becomes Wales’ first Leading Employer badge holder

Congratulations to Admiral, the first organisation in Wales to receive the Healthy Working Wales Leading Employer recognition badge.
The badge celebrates organisations taking positive action to improve health and wellbeing in the workplace.

As our first Leading Employer badge holder, Admiral is setting an excellent example through its commitment to workplace wellbeing, sharing good practice and supporting other organisations through our Peer Mentoring Programme.

Paul Billington, Senior People Partner for Health and Wellbeing at Admiral, shared:

“We know that everyone’s wellbeing journey is unique to their own experiences, and having a clear framework to align with that has been key for us at Admiral. Our priority is for colleagues to feel that the support for health and wellbeing is accessible, relevant, and ultimately helps them lead healthier, happier lives at work and beyond. We’re really proud to receive this recognition, and we’re committed to continuing to improve for our colleagues.”

Admiral have shared an example of their commitment to workplace wellbeing in the latest success story on our website. Learn about their approach to stress management and how they are empowering colleagues to achieve a better work-life balance and manage pressure effectively.

Visit our website to learn more about Recognition Badges and read the success story.

Help us understand the experiences of workers aged 50+ in Wales

We’re excited to be working with RCS on a new project exploring the experiences of workers aged 50+ across Wales.

If you are aged 50+ and currently working in Wales, we would love to hear from you. Our friendly online workshops provide an opportunity to share your experiences, discuss what helps you stay healthy and engaged at work, and highlight any challenges you face.

Your feedback will help develop practical resources and guidance for employers, supporting healthier, more inclusive and age-friendly workplaces across Wales.

Attend a workshop

• 13th October 10am -11:30am
• 15th October 1pm – 2:30pm
• 19th October 2pm – 3:30pm (in Welsh)
• 21st October 2pm – 3:30pm

Places are limited, so please book your preferred session to make sure your voice is included.

Psychological safety in the workplace

Psychological safety creates a workplace environment where people feel able to speak up, ask questions, share ideas and admit mistakes without fear of blame or unfair treatment.

Ahead of Psychological Safety Week (21-27 September), we have launched new resources to support workplaces develop a culture of openness, trust and learning.

Our new Psychological Safety in the Workplace webpages include information, guidance and resources that can be used in your workplace.

Visit the topic page

Find out more about Psychological Safety by joining our free webinar on 26 November 2026.

Upcoming HWW events

Ready, Set, Thrive Workshop – 29 September

Young people aged 16-24 can join us for a free, practical workshop designed to help you feel confident, prepared and ready to thrive at work.

10:30 – 12:00, MS Teams

Register to attend

In-Work Support Webinar – 07 October

Join this free webinar and learn about In-Work Support Services in Wales.

10:00 – 11:00, MS Teams

Register to attend

Bullying and harassment in the workplace webinar – 04 November

Join us to gain valuable insight into recognising, preventing and addressing bullying and harassment in the workplace.

10:00 – 11:00, MS Teams

Register to attend

HWW annual event – 12 November

Join us in Cardiff for our annual Healthy Working Wales event. Hear about our latest developments, gain insights from leading workplace health and wellbeing experts and connect with other like-minded organisations from across Wales.

09:00 – 13:00, Capital Quarter 2, Cardiff

Register to attend

Psychological Safety in the Workplace webinar – 26 November

Join us to explore what psychological safety means and practical steps for developing it within your organisation.

10:00 – 11:00, MS Teams

Register to attend

New support for people diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes

A new Guide to Living Well with Type 2 diabetes is now available to support people diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes to understand their diagnosis, access support and take positive steps towards managing their health from day one.

Co-designed by people living with diabetes, clinicians and Diabetes UK Cymru, organisations can share the guide through internal communication channels to help raise awareness of the support and resources available to employees living with Type 2 diabetes. A communications toolkit is available to help promote the guide in your workplace.

Access the guide

Mental health support available to SME’s

Join DWP and Able Futures for a webinar to learn about the Access to Work Mental Health Support Service and the support available to small and medium-sized businesses.

The webinar will explain:

• What Able Futures offers
• Who can access support
• How employees can access the service directly
• How SMEs can signpost staff to the support available

Register to attend:

22 September 2026

20 October 2026

October key dates and campaigns

Menopause awareness month (October)

Breast cancer awareness month (October)

In-work support service webinar (07 October)

HWW first steps workshop (08 October)

World Mental Health Day (10 October)

World Arthritis Day (12 October)

You can find the campaigns for the rest of the year on our website.