IQ Lancashire - View Beyond the Hard Hat: Looking After Mental Health in Our Industry.

Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking evening exploring mental health in male-dominated working environments, with representatives from two organisations making a real difference. 

Our Speaker

Chris Green – ANDYSMANCLUB

An introduction to the work of ANDYSMANCLUB, a men's suicide prevention charity providing free, peer-to-peer support groups and encouraging men to speak openly about their mental health. Mental Health Motorbike Discover how the charity is using the shared connection of motorcycling to support mental wellbeing, build communities and provide access to trained mental health first aiders.

What We'll Explore

Breaking the stigma: Why talking about mental health can be particularly difficult in traditionally male-dominated industries.

Recognising the signs: Changes in behaviour, withdrawal, stress and other indicators that a colleague may be struggling.

Starting the conversation: Practical ways to approach someone, listen and offer support.

Knowing where to turn: Understanding the support available through ANDYSMANCLUB and Mental Health Motorbike, and how to signpost someone who needs help.

Why Attend? You don't need to be a manager, safety professional or mental health expert to make a difference. Whether you're working on the quarry face, in maintenance, transport, management or support services, this evening is about understanding how we can better look after ourselves and each other.

Come along for pizza, good company and an important conversation that could make a real difference.

🍕 Pizza & networking – 5:30pm

🎤 Presentations – 6:00pm