As discussed in this Express article and in the BBC Radio 5 Live video above, we meet workers where they’re at to make mental health awareness more accessible and use humour to make the message stick.
Natasha Donovan has gone from multiple life support machine experiences when battling cancer to becoming a leading voice of NHS patient empowerment.
An effervescent optimist fired by determination, she has channelled her negative experiences of poor doctor-patient communication into a force for good to help others.
Now, Natasha teaches consultants, nurses and students how to clearly and sensitively communicate with patients at one of the world’s leading university hospitals.
To listen to this deeply humorous and human talk, click here.
We’ve collaborated with world-leading university King’s College London for years to deliver artistic sessions that promote health and wellbeing to students. In the #MindYourself format, these sessions culminate in a night of prose, music and poetry, to celebrate and support these positive outlets.
We combine interactivity and storytelling to get children up to the age of 18 engaged in mental wellbeing, with clear, actionable advice that helps them be proactive in fulfilling their needs and seeking support.
We deliver an adjustable, no-holds-barred presentation or training session covering all aspects of female health, from screening to menopause in the workplace. By building trust and discussing things with honesty and humour, we aim to raise awareness of the unique health issues women face.
John Ryan created a bespoke workshop to talk about mental health with veterans after leaving active service.
Natasha Donovan appeared on the Bridgeway Podcast to discuss the importance of talking about women’s health, including menopause and how it affects women inside and outside the workplace.
We can develop informational and campaign videos on a variety of topics – here, Driving for Better Business commissioned us to write and produce a short video titled “Man v Van”.
We used humour to impress on drivers that checking their own mental health daily is just as important as checking their vehicle. Natasha and John assembled the production team and the result is this simple but effective piece.
The CALM Driver campaign has already secured the support of both large and small fleets and courier companies.
1 in 6 men have had unwanted sexual experiences. This can cause problems, even many years later, but they don’t have to just live with it, there are things they can do and people who can help.
We were commissioned by 1in6 to help deliver ‘The Way Through’ campaign. The aim is to raise awareness of this fantastic organisation which supports and advises men who have had unwanted sexual experiences.
John Ryan has been meeting with survivors who have shared their stories to learn more and deliver material that is sensitive, empathetic and meaningful.
As a new dad, connecting with fellow parents who get it can be a game-changer, but dads still need support as each age brings new challenges.
Our Dad’s Health Matters talks give men the opportunity to share in a safe space. We discuss anything that’s on their minds, from mental health challenges like withdrawing socially or feeling unexpected worries, all the way to parental alienation and societal expectations of dads.
Swap stories, share hacks, and plan easygoing outings, like a refreshing stroll. It makes a world of difference.