U.S. Surgeon General releases framework for workplace mental health and well-being that points to WFHN research

October 20, 2022
Graphic of five essentials of framework for workplace mental heath and well-being
Today, the U.S. Surgeon General has released a framework featuring five essentials that employers can focus on to help create workplaces that are “engines of well-being.” The foundation of the Framework for Workplace Mental Health and Well-Being is based on the following five essentials: protection from harm; connection and community; work-life harmony; mattering at work; and opportunity for growth, all of which are centered on worker voice and equity. This comprehensive website points to the toolkit on the Work, Family & Health Network website from its resources section.