Webinar launch for #AskTwice campaign

13 May 2024

Federation members are being invited to sign up for a webinar this week which will highlight the importance of people looking after their own mental health and checking in on one another.

The webinar is being held on Wednesday (15 May) as part of Mental Health Awareness Week which runs from today (Monday 13 May) to Sunday (19 May) and will coincide with the launch of the Police Federation’s #AskTwice campaign.

It will explain why asking if someone is OK twice is crucial, and outline the strategy behind the campaign.

“I would encourage as many officers as possible to sign up for this webinar,” says Zac Mader, co-lead of the Police Federation’s Welsh affairs business area.

“It runs for just 45 minutes but will offer a lot of practical advice to help people improve their mental wellbeing.

“It will also give more details about the #AskTwice campaign which aims to encourage all of us to make sure we are properly checking in on our family, friends and colleagues.”

As this year's Mental Health Awareness Week theme revolves around movement for mental wellbeing, Mel Lynch will be guest speaker. Mel will share her insights on building habits and routines, along with some simple “deskercise” movements that can greatly benefit people’s mental health.

Mel served in the British Army as a physical training Instructor for 24 years. She is extremely passionate about helping others and providing a service to enable them to achieve their goals and make changes. 

Leigh Godfrey, co-lead of the Welsh affairs business area, says: “Please consider signing up for this webinar. We all have a part to play in looking after our own mental health but also in helping support others where we can.”

Register now.

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