Katie has been an advocate of mental health advice and awareness since the tender age of 17. An alumni of Peter Jones Enterprise Academy, Katie founded Altruist in 2013 to raise awareness of mental health issues in the workplace. She talks to BQ about her working life.
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Read full articleWe have applied for Sir Richard Branson's #PitchtoRich competition for the opportunity to pitch to Sir Richard himself and win some amazing prizes!
Read full articleOur next open 2 day Mental Health First Aid Course will be taking place on the 5th and 6th May in Solihull. To register your interest, please email katie@altruistuk.com, stating your name, role and organisation.
Read full articleTo many people, the terms ‘Mental Health’ and ‘Mental health problem’ mean the same thing. The truth is; we all have mental health (just as we all have physical health) and 1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem in any given year.
Read full articleThe following story is fictional, however it has been based on a series of true stories within various businesses. It is just an example of how stress can affect a normally healthy, productive and valued employee.
Read full articleOn Wednesday 28th January 2015, facilitated by the Department for Work and Pensions, John Callaghan, Principal of Solihull College led a session of appreciation and admiration towards women, particularly those in the work place. Minister of State for Employment and previous business woman, Esther McVey, also attended the event to raise awareness and encourage employers and educators to help women reach their potential in the run up to International Women’s Day.
Read full articleCurrently writing or thinking of writing a workplace mental well-being strategy? We can help. Download our complimentary ‘Guide to producing an Effective Workplace Mental Well-being Strategy’ here.
Read full articleFollowing the success of the ‘WATS Mental Health?’ app, designed to inform young people about mental health, Katie Buckingham, the Founder and Director of Altruist Enterprises has teamed up with Bourneville College and Smartphone Media to create a new and inspiring “Mental Well-being in the Workplace” mobile application.
Read full articleMonday 13th October marked the 60th Women of the Year Lunch and Awards; an event which honours women from all walks of life in recognition of their contribution to society.
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