“The Mental Health Imperative for Extraordinary Leaders"

GATEWAY SHRM:

“The Mental Health Imperative for Extraordinary Leaders: Prioritizing Self-Care and Building a Supportive Workplace Culture”

Thursday, April 24th, 2025

Ø Overview: Empower HR professionals and other leaders with comprehensive knowledge, practical tools, and effective strategies to prioritize their own mental well-being and create a supportive workplace culture, thereby enabling them to assess, address, and proactively support mental health needs within their organizations.

o Identify key components of mental health and its importance in the workplace.

o Discuss definitions and examples (for instance) of joy, grief, and trauma.

o Use mindfulness and creative expression techniques to manage stress and trauma.

o Apply assessment tools to evaluate workplace mental health.

o Analyze the impact of global events on workplace mental health.

o Evaluate the role of organizational leadership (including HR professionals) in fostering a supportive workplace culture.

1. • Design a comprehensive wellness plan for the workplace.

DATE: Thursday, April 24th, 2025 TIME: 5:30PM – 7:45PM

(Presentation starts at 6:00PM)

LOCATION: Dorian’s, 555 Washington Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ

This location is reachable via the Hudson Bergen Light Rail Newport stop, the PATH Newport stop or there is a parking lot to the right of the restaurant on Mall Drive West.

PRE-PAYMENT REQUIRED:

GATEWAY MEMBERS: $35.00 NON-GATEWAY MEMBERS: $40.00

IN-TRANSITION HR PROFESSIONALS: $20.00

PRESENTER: Deirdre Simmons, MSHRM, SHRM-CP, PHR, CDF, CEO of Alma, LLC and a transformative HR leader is renowned for her trauma-informed, people-centered approach.

Tri-certified in HR, coaching, and facilitation, Deirdre also holds certifications in Mental Health First Aid and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace. Her extensive experience spans human resources, teaching, operations, and leadership, enabling her to drive meaningful changes in organizations and individuals alike.

Deirdre has delivered impactful presentations on various critical topics, including:

·"I Remember Mama: A Journey with the Syrophoenician Woman" (Grief)

·"Empowered Women, Empower Women" (Trauma)

"Microaggressions Impacting a Woman's Career"

·"How to Be an Antiracist Organization"

Deirdre's unique ability to uncover unspoken dreams, address limiting beliefs, and navigate trauma obstacles stems from the inspiring legacy of her mother, Alma Cash. She resides in Connecticut with her husband, Reverend Chaplain Jerry Simmons, where she continues to inspire and empower individuals and organizations to achieve their full potential.

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