On Monday 7th October we are launching the SMASH well-being programme for all IAPI members.
The SMASH programme will provide 24/7 support on mental well-being. This employment assistance programme (EAP) will also provide financial and legal advice, career coaching and parenting support services to our highly skilled workforce.
IAPI is delighted to be bringing this programme to our members thanks to the patronage of TABS (The Advertising Benevolent Society).
“TABS has been working behind the scenes of the industry for over 60 years helping those who have fallen on hard times but we feel it is time to be more visible and relevant to a younger cohort of the workforce. We’re delighted with the prominence that IAPI is giving this programme and believe it will be of huge benefit to their members as they look to support and nurture the extraordinary talent in the industry.” Allen Kiernan, Financial Director, BBDO Dublin and Board Member, TABS.
Mental health challenges are on the increase and the World Health Organisation predicts that depression will be the leading global burden of disease by 2030. Ireland ranks in the top 10 countries worldwide in relation to numbers of the population affected by anxiety disorders (WHO, 2017) with depression, anxiety and stress being the most common difficulties.
Armed with this information and with the knowledge that our industry is already one of the most stressful to work in, TABS recognise that instead of shying away from this fact, we need to face it head-on and do something about it. The vast majority of those under 30 in the industry are not aware of the support TABS provides and given that they represent 47% of the workforce, this needed to be addressed. TABS now sponsor the SMASH programme for all IAPI members.
The programme is being managed by Spectrum Health, who were chosen by TABS after a comprehensive search for the best partner.
The launch will take place in Venue 35 (formally La Stampa) with doors open from 5.30pm. The launch will kick off with a keynote speech from Niall Breslin at 6pm.
Niall Breslin AKA Bressie is an award-winning musician, former Westmeath Gaelic footballer, former Leinster Rugby under 21 player, a mental health advocate and a best selling author. He is a passionate speaker and campaigner leading a new kind of conversation around mental health.
Following Niall's talk, three advertising professionals will share their own personal stories relating to their experiences of maintaining and developing their own well-being.
We hope you can join us for the launch of this exciting programme.
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