[HRMS] Panel Discussion: Mental Health in the Workplace

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An important message from FSU Office of Human Resources

This message has been approved by Shelley Lopez, Program Director, Communications/Special Projects, for distribution to all Department Representatives.

Departments Representatives: Please share the following information with employees in your department.
In observation of Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office (EDI) in Human Resources, invites you to a panel discussion on Mental Health in the Workplace. Mental illnesses/disorders are designated as disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act<https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/disability/ada> (ADA). An estimated 50% of all Americans have been diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder at some point in their lifetime. In the United States,  adults are reporting considerably elevated adverse mental health conditions related to COVID-19 (CDC<https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/index.htm>), making this a very timely discussion.
Panel Information
Wednesday, October 28
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Meeting Link<https://fsu.zoom.us/j/9043776003>
Zoom Instructions<https://its.fsu.edu/zoom>

Panelists will discuss the topics below and participate in a Q&A session:


  *   The difference between mental health and mental impairment;
  *   The impact of societal events on mental health and wellness;
  *   Mental health and wellness in the workplace (best practices and support resources).

Panelists:

  *   Kyle Caswell: Kyle is a counselor at the FSU Employee Assistance Program<https://eap.fsu.edu/>. He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Master's Certified Addictions Professional (MCAP).
  *   Denice Henderson: Denice is a Senior HR Specialist and serves as the FMLA Administrator within the Office of Human Resources. Denice manages all aspects of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) for the University and is responsible for ensuring that departments comply with federal, state, and local laws, and University policies.
  *   Dr. Yvonne Langdon-Maduekwe: Dr. Langdon-Maduekwe is a licensed psychologist in the state of Florida and currently serves as an Assistant Director and the Director of Outreach at the Florida State University Counseling Center. Dr. Langdon-Maduekwe received her doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology from Howard University in 2010 and has a passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion work.
  *   Amber Wagner: Amber is the FSU ADA Coordinator and is responsible for facilitating reasonable accommodations in the workplace. She also serves in the Office of Human Resources.
Please mark your calendar and join us for this important event!

Questions? Contact Amber Wagner at amwagner at fsu.edu<mailto:amwagner at fsu.edu>.

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