“ It was important this program was for our people , by our people and so we asked for volunteers who became our ‘ Together Champions ’ in each state , who worked on implementing initiatives including Mental Health First Aid , charity drives , social and tenure events and physical challenges ,” Samantha said .
Various other initiatives included mental health week activities , morning teas , yoga and pilates , remedial massage therapy in the office , a Red Cross blood donation drive , and recognition events .
Fitness challenges
The initiative became not only about mental health , but also about physical and financial wellbeing , as well as the opportunity for our people to give back to the community .
“ We engaged the services of a fitness company who run multiple health and fitness challenges and provide nutritional advice for our entire corporate team ,” Samantha said .
“ Our fitness challenges focus on the personal physical health of our people and it promotes our social connectedness across our six corporate offices , across both countries . With travel restrictions , lockdowns and state lockouts , it was paramount to keep our people connected .
“ Fit for Floods and Steptember enabled all of us to engage , keep fit and give back to those in need . It ’ s a ‘ triple ’ feel good !”
More than 180 corporate team members participated across Fit for Floods and STEPtember , and $ 10,000 was donated to the national flood appeal .
Fitness sessions are now built into all conferences and team offsites ; everything from group walks and breathwork sessions to 80s themed aerobic workouts .
What ’ s next for Together ?
The success of the Together program so far has been measured by the gradual increase in platform engagement and challenge participation , which has grown exponentially and organically .
“ Eventually our goal is to roll out a framework and playbook to our Ray White franchises , who can then implement their own version of Together into their workplaces ,” Samantha said .
“ We are very proud of the progress that has been made this year , and while we still have some way to go , we are not letting perfection get in the way of progress ,” she said .
“ We ’ re genuinely thrilled at the difference we have been able to make , and there is nothing more rewarding than seeing people thriving and getting involved in something bigger .”
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