The Way Work Should Be™ Fostering a Stigma-Free Workplace for Mainers

Abstract

The proposed program, The Way Work Should Be ™, aims to enhance Mental Health & Illness education and establish a Stigma-Free Workplace. NAMI Maine, a leader in mental health advocacy, will partner with organizations throughout Maine to provide essential resources, including mental health toolkits, training for recognizing and addressing mental health issues, and strategies to create supportive work environments. The urgency for mental health training in Maine\u27s business community is clear. Employers and employees require resources to effectively manage mental health issues, which can lead to immediate and lasting positive outcomes. This project includes a comprehensive Program Evaluation to establish the effectiveness of The Way Work Should Be ™ in Maine. The Evaluation Proposal will provide an evidence-based foundation for success, allowing NAMI\u27s national branch to implement the program nationwide. Guided by the CDC evaluation framework, the data collected will demonstrate the program\u27s impact on workplaces, the return on community stakeholders\u27 investment, and identify which training and strategies are most effective