A new initiative designed to improve mental health practise across construction will be the focus of a CIOB-hosted event in May.
Held in Manchester, the session will introduce the Mindlfow Charter from Mindflow, a charity dedicated to improving mental wellbeing across the construction sector through football, community engagement and workplace initiatives. Led by CEO Trevor Steven – former Everton and England footballer – Mindflow uses the power of football to break down the stigma, spark open and honest conversations and build a culture of openness and early intervention.
The Mindflow Charter aims to improve mental health practices across the industry. The charter is supported by leading figures and has been developed in collaboration with both industry leaders and frontline construction workers.
Unlike short-term awareness campaigns, the Mindflow Charter focuses on long-term systemic change, helping organisations embed mental health best practice into leadership and management approaches, site operations, workforce training and workplace culture.
The goal is to make mental wellbeing as visible and prioritised as physical safety on construction sites.
Mindflow’s mission is to reduce suicide rates and improve mental health outcomes in the construction industry by connecting construction, mental health support and football to encourage open conversations and shared experiences.
Through partnerships with construction companies, football clubs and mental health organisations, Mindflow is working to establish new industry standards for mental health support, including a tiered compliance framework that encourages continuous improvement and recognition of positive initiatives.
The event takes place on 12 May at WSP Manchester from 9-11am. Email [email protected] for more details.
