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'Join us' - staff training and events
From workshops and webinars - to walking and wellbeing sessions
This page lists all our *free health, wellbeing, equality and diversity training available for staff - along with other health and wellbeing events you can take part in.
(*please note the Acupressure massages are a paid session - you pay on arrival)
You can have a look at what's available each month by scrolling down each section. Past training and event information is still available to view in the archived section on the right hand side.
To register to attend please just click the sign-up link provided.
We work in partnership with several providers to deliver our training - so it could be delivered online or in person. Please check the details when registering.
All training courses delivered meet our Equality Outcomes, Healthy Working Lives programme and Health and Wellbeing initiatives.
This page will be regularly updated as training sessions become available.
April 2024
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Thursday 4 April 10am to 12 noon | SAMH- Intro to Suicide Prevention This 2-hour virtual workshop will provide participants with a brief introduction to suicide prevention. It explores the latest statistics in relation to suicide in Scotland and the stigma that exists around this topic. Participants will also explore how to contribute to breaking down this stigma and develop the confidence to support someone who is having thoughts of suicide to seek the appropriate support. |
Tuesday 9 April Bookable 15 min slots available throughout the day from 10am to 2.30pm Sign Up and for more info | Seated Acupressure Massage (Paid) - with Incorporate Massage Discover the wellbeing benefits that can be gained from taking time out of your busy day to relax with a 15 minute (fully clothed) seated acupressure massage. The massage uses Swedish Massage Techniques and includes head, neck, shoulders, back, hands and arms, to help reduce stress.
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Wednesday 10 April 12 noon to 1pm
| Endometriosis UK Webinar - Adenomyosis at Work 'Adenomyosis at Work' is the fourth in a series of FREE menstrual health at work webinars, for employers and workplace representatives who want to create a supportive environment for those affected by menstrual health conditions. In this session we will explore what adenomyosis is, how it can affect people at work and what employers can do to create supportive workplaces. |
Wednesday 10 April 1pm to 1.45pm
| PAM Wellness Webinar - Crafting Wellness: Strategies for Reducing Stress and Building a Healthy Work Environment Prioritising wellness in the workplace is crucial for fostering a healthy, productive, and fulfilling work environment. This webinar serves as a beacon of insight into effective strategies aimed at reducing stress and cultivating an atmosphere that nurtures wellbeing in professional settings. |
Thursday 11 April 10am to 12noon | SAMH - Intro to Suicide Prevention This 2-hour virtual workshop will provide participants with a brief introduction to suicide prevention. It explores the latest statistics in relation to suicide in Scotland and the stigma that exists around this topic. Participants will also explore how to contribute to breaking down this stigma and develop the confidence to support someone who is having thoughts of suicide to seek the appropriate support. |
Tuesday 16 April 2pm to 3.30pm
| SAMH virtual workshop - Looking After Your Wellbeing This interactive virtual workshop provides an overview of how we can all look after our wellbeing in the workplace including the use of a Wellness Action Plan to identify our workplace wellbeing needs, how we can use practical strategies to build resilience, manage anxiety and prioritise self-care activities. |
Wednesday 17 April 11am to 12 noon Sign Up (requires GCC email address & sign up to free account) | ENEI - Supporting Menstruation and Menstrual Health in the Workplace Deborah Garlick and Sally Leech from the multi-award winning team 'Henpecked': Menopause in the Workplace will share their insights into why every employer must confront and dismantle menstrual stigma and taboo. They will uncover the profound impact menstruation can have on employees and unlock effective ways to support them, and look at how employers can develop a tailored action plan for their workplaces equipped with practical strategies to drive meaningful change. |
Wednesday 17 April | Women in Leadership - Our council Women's Network invite all staff to their first informal event this year with Naghat Ahmed from Corporate Policy and Governance. Naghat will be discussing what motivates her to make a difference, her career path, the challenges and opportunities along the way and sharing her experiences of being a woman in leadership in the public and third sector. More information is in April Get Involved. |
Wednesday 17 April 2 to 3pm | Able Futures Webinar - Worklife Balance What is 'work life balance' and what does a poor work life balance look like? Learn the importance and the challenges of establishing a healthy work life balance and how do we support staff and the support available from Able Futures. |
Friday 19 April 9.30am to 12.30pm | Autism Awareness Workshop Autism is a complex and challenging condition for many individuals and their families. This 3-hour interactive virtual workshop will provide you with an understanding of what autism is, language/Communication Stereotypes and other behavioural social interaction learning |
Wednesday 24 April 10am to 12.30pm | Race Awareness for Employees In partnership with CEMVO, we have developed this training to give employees the tools to understand racism and cultural differences. This course aims to provide the skills and confidence to challenge racism when encountered in work and life. It also raises awareness of the relevant legislation - to address racism both in relation to discrimination and hate crime. |
Wednesday 24 April 11am - 12 noon Sign Up (requires GCC email address & sign up to free account) | ENEI: StressLess: Prioritising Mental Health at Work Join us as we acknowledge Stress Awareness Month this April - Featuring workplace mental health experts from Headtorch who will discuss ways to identify, reduce, and prevent stress in the workplace. |
Thursday 25 April Bookable 15 min slots available throughout the day from 10am to 2.30pm | Seated Acupressure Massage (Paid) - with Incorporate Massage Discover the wellbeing benefits that can be gained from taking time out of your busy day to relax with a 15 minute (fully clothed) seated acupressure massage. The massage uses Swedish Massage Techniques and includes head, neck, shoulders, back, hands and arms, to help reduce stress.
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Friday 26 April 11.30 to 12 noon | SAMH - Managing Stress Bitesize Webinar To mark the end of Stress Awareness Month, we have invited Danny Quinn from SAMH to take us through the basics of stress and provide us with some recommended tips and tools we can use to manage stress beyond Stress Awareness Month. |
May 2024
DATE, TIME AND SIGN UP | TRAINING and EVENTS |
Tuesday 14 May 10am to 4pm Sign Up Coming Soon | SAMH - Mental Health & Wellbeing Awareness Class, City Chambers. Danny Quinn from SAMH will provide participants with a basic understanding of mental health and wellbeing, and provide information on mental health diagnoses and how these can impact individuals. Participants will explore ways to look after their wellbeing through practical strategies and building resilience. |
Wednesday 15 May 2 to 3pm | Able Futures Webinar - Wellbeing at Work The aim of this webinar is to help managers and employers understand a little bit more about wellbeing and to give everyone information on how we can support our mental health at work. We'll cover how Able Futures can give nine months' advice and guidance to support mental health at work by delivering personalised information through the Access To Work Mental Health Support Service. |
Wednesday 15 May 11am till 12noon | Renting, Mortgages, and Buying a Home Emily Goody from the Financial Capability Team at Money Advice Scotland, Scotland's money charity, will take us through some of the main considerations when it comes to renting. She will provide an overview of the different types of tenancies, how rent is paid, other costs to consider and how to protect your rights as a tenant. We will explore the main types of mortgage products, discuss options when looking for a mortgage, and the other costs involved when buying a home. |
Thursday 16 May 11am to 12 noon Sign Up (requires sign up to free account) | ENEI: Global Accessibility Awareness Day In recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, this session will feature insights from a digital accessibility expert who will conduct an interview with the CEO of ENEI, Sandi Wassmer. |
Thursday 16 May Various time slots | Able Futures Virtual Appointment Day (NRS) If you work in Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability Services, you can book a 30-min chat with a qualified mental health professional from Able Futures about anything that may be playing on your mind and affecting your mental health at work. Learn more about the 9-month Access to Work mental health support programme, availanble now and at no cost to you. |
Friday 17 May Various time slots
| Able Futures Virtual Appointment Day (NRS) If you work in Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability Services, you can book a 30-min chat with a qualified mental health professional from Able Futures about anything that may be playing on your mind and affecting your mental health at work. Learn more about the 9-month Access to Work mental health support programme, availanble now and at no cost to you. |
Friday 17 May 12.30 to 1.30pm | Menopause Café Pop along for a cuppa and a chat (over lunchtime on Teams) in a menopause friendly space where you can share your experiences with your colleagues, hear some hints and tips or even just to connect with other people who are experiencing menopause right now. |
June 2024
DATE, TIME AND SIGN UP | TRAINING and EVENTS |
Monday 10 June 2 to 3pm | Able Futures Webinar: Reasonable adjustments to support mental health at work Presented by a member of the Able Futures team, this session will cover how managers and employers who have responsibility for supporting staff can be aware of the type of reasonable adjustments they could make to enable staff who are experiencing mental health issues to feel better at work. |
Tuesday 11 June 11am to 12 noon Sign Up (requires access to free account)
| ENEI: Building Long-Term Support for Grieving Employees This event is dedicated to building strategies to navigate the intersection of caregiving and grief, for Carers during Carers Week and beyond. |
July 2024
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August 2024
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Tuesday 20 August 11am to 12 noon Sign Up (requires sign up to free account) | ENEI: Cultivating Inclusion - The Disability Confident Roadmap If you're committed to attracting and retaining employees with disabilities, this webinar is for you! |
September 2024
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Tuesday 3 September 11am to 12 noon Sign Up (requires sign up to free account) | ENEI: Inclusive Workplaces - Navigating Dementia and Memory Loss Gain invaluable insights into developing effective strategies to support within the workplace for individuals managing the challenges of dementia. |
October 2024
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November 2024
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December 2024
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