The next frontier of diversity and inclusion: Industry must make mental health support a priority

Protecting employees' wellbeing more vital than ever

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It is time to think differently. These are unprecedented times. Every person has been affected by this pandemic, with mental health being challenged on a daily basis.

As we get into 2021, so many people across all industries are exhausted, frustrated, apathetic and depleted. January is a difficult month anyway, but the environment in which we work is even more oppressive.  Days feel longer and people are feeling the pressure, particularly as the economic impact becomes more tangible. HSBC's Clarke: Taking care of our mental health during lockdown Looking towards the coming year, organisations and the leaders within must think about what they need to do to keep their people safe and well in what are notoriously difficult months, before spring and...

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