University received a silver label for promoting mental well-being

 

The University of Tartu applied for the label for the first time this year. According to Kristi Kuningas, Head of the Human Resources Office, the silver label is a testimony to the university’s commitment to maintaining a good work culture in its activities. “It is important for the university that people feel good and safe working here. Work at the university can be challenging and demanding, so it is often difficult to balance working and rest time,” said Kuningas.

 

“As an employer, we make conscious efforts to promote well-being in the workplace: we encourage employees’ professional self-development and independence, celebrate important holidays together, provide health days and offer opportunities to participate in various training courses to support workplace well-being and mental health. It is also important to train managers so they know how to take care of their employees,” Kuningas explained.

 

MTÜ Peaasjad issues the mental well-being labels to recognise organisations that already value the mental well-being of their employees and take conscious action to maintain the health of their members. To get the label, a comprehensive application form must be submitted, giving the applicants an excellent opportunity to assess their working environment and view it from the aspect of mental health.

 

The mental well-being labels were issued for the second year. From 2024, the labels are divided into four categories: gold, silver, bronze and emerging. The label is valid for one year. Read more on peaasi.ee website.