BUILDING CONNECTIONS FOR MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK
Russell WBHO has championed the power of human connection in support of Mental Health Awareness Week 2025.
Team members from across the business took part in a variety of activities and fundraising efforts centred around this year’s Community theme and tackling loneliness. Often hidden in plain sight, loneliness can affect anyone and for many different reasons. Even those who are surrounded by people can feel isolated and disconnected.
It’s also a feeling that can be prevalent in industries like construction. As highlighted by Lighthouse – the construction industry charity proudly supported by Russell WBHO – workers can face long hours, time away from home, or working in isolation. These factors can contribute to a sense of loneliness, even in busy environments.
Running from 12 – 18 May, the activities that took place were: