PAP to train mental health ambassadors to better support mental well-being of women
The Women’s Wing will focus on early-career mental health, de-stigmatising perimenopause and menopause, and greater workplace flexibility.
A recent survey conducted by the People's Action Party (PAP) Women's Wing and NTUC Women and Family found that only 21% of women early in their careers feel comfortable discussing their mental well-being with their manager or HR department. The survey, which included 2,375 working women, revealed that stress and burnout significantly impact work performance for one in four early-career respondents. The top factors contributing to stress include excessive pressure to perform well and heavy workloads or long hours.
To address these issues, the PAP Women's Wing will collaborate with stakeholders such as the Obstetrical & Gynaecological Society of Singapore and the PAP Mental Health Group to train mental health ambassadors in over 90 PAP branches. These ambassadors will receive training to better understand and support women experiencing mental health challenges, connecting them with appropriate resources when needed.
This initiative aims to create more supportive workplaces and promote a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive.
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