This webinar will address the mental health challenges that are unique to women working in fisheries, including isolation, industry stressors, and balancing work-life demands. We’ll focus on identifying signs of poor mental health, signposting support resources, and propose changes to workplace practices and policy  in order to better support wellbeing.

The aim of this webinar is to reduce stigma around discussing our wellbeing at work, provide practical support and access to resources, and continue to build a supportive community for all women in fisheries

Welcome

• Host intros

• Introduction of experts

• Trigger warning

Understanding the mental health of women in fisheries (10 mins)

• Key mental health challenges:

• Isolation

• Work-life balance:

• High-stress

• Gender-specific

• Financial

Coping strategies

• Topic 1: Recognising signs of poor mental health

• Topic 2: Coping mechanisms

• Topic 3: Support systems

Q&A with attendees

Questions can be submitted on social media ahead of time

Resources