Mind Set Engage is New Zealand Rugby’s free Mental Health and Wellbeing programme. Designed to educate and support players, coaches, support staff, parents and the wider rugby community.
Delivered in a face to face workshop, Mind Set Engage aims to:
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By participating in Mind Set Engage workshops, rugby clubs and schools can create a more mentally healthy and resilient community, benefiting individual members and the club/school as a whole. The workshops provide clubs and schools with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to make mental wellbeing a priority and ensure that everyone feels supported both on and off the field.
The workshops help create a club environment that fosters positive attitudes and behaviours around mental health. This can lead to a more supportive and inclusive club culture where players, coaches, and staff feel comfortable discussing their mental wellbeing.
Participants learn how to take care of their own mental fitness, recognise signs and symptoms of distress in themselves and others, and know where to seek support when needed. This knowledge empowers club members to proactively manage their mental health and support their teammates.
By openly discussing mental health challenges and promoting understanding, the workshops help reduce the stigma often associated with mental health. This encourages people to seek help when needed without fear of judgment or discrimination.
Clubs can work on creating a tailored strategy to prioritise and support the mental wellbeing of their members. This game plan can include initiatives, resources, and support systems specific to the club's needs and culture.
